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Cassius Fairchild

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Portrait of Cassius Fairchild of Madison, the eldest son of Jairus Fairchild, about 1859. At this time he assumed responsibility for a large part of the family interests as well as achieving a leadership role in the Democratic Party. In 1959 he was chairman of the state party and elected to a position in the Assembly. He served during the Civil War and died prematurely as a result of a wound received at the Battle of Shiloh.

Date Created:
1859
Creator:
Fuller, John S., approximately 1815-1902

Publication Information

Creator Fuller, John S., approximately 1815-1902
Date Created 1859

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 16 x 20 cm

Collection Information

Call Number NF Fairchild, Cassius

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0137WO
Legacy ID
WHi 38585

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