Major 2nd Nebraska Cavalry during the Civil War

United States Congressman from Nebraska

Member of the President Andrew Johnson Impeachment Congress

(1827-84) Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, he studied law, was admitted to the bar, and practiced in Indianapolis. He moved to Nebraska in 1856, and served as a member of the Nebraska Territorial House of Representatives in 1858-59; and as a member of the Territorial council in 1860 and 1861, and served as president. He enlisted in the Union Army during the Civil War and served as major of the 2nd Nebraska Cavalry. Served as U.S. Congressman, 1867-73, including the President Andrew Johnson Impeachment Congress. Was chairman of the Committee on Territories.

Signature With Place: 5 1/4 x 2 1/2, in ink, John Taffe, Omaha, Neb. Very fine.