George Luther Stearns, 1860-1865
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George Luther Stearns (1809-1867), a wealthy Massachusetts industrialist, was an abolitionist who opposed the expansion of slavery and aided fugitives fleeing the repressive system. Stearns was also a member of the "Secret Six," a group backing John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859. During the war, Stearns received a military commission and helped recruit African American troops to fight for the Union cause.
George Luther Stearns (1809-1867), a wealthy Massachusetts industrialist, was an abolitionist who opposed the expansion of slavery and aided fugitives fleeing the repressive system. Stearns was also a member of the "Secret Six," a group backing John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859. During the war, Stearns received a military commission and helped recruit African American troops to fight for the Union cause.
Artifact
Carte-de-visite (Card photograph)
Date Made
1860-1865
Subject Date
1860-1865
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2005.0.21.17
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cardboard
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Albumen process
Mounting
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 4 in
Width: 2.5 in
Inscriptions
Photographer imprint on back of image reads: J.E. McCLEES / ARTIST/ 910 Chestnut Street / PHILADELPHIA Red bordered label adhered to back typed: 3019
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