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Record of historical events

Victoria and Albert collected photographs that documented the political and military events that defined a period of global expansion

MAYER & PIERSON

General Louis-Michel Morris (1803-67)

1854-6

Salted paper print | 21.8 x 16.2 cm (image) | RCIN 2500102

Photograph of General Louis-Michel Morris standing with his head turned slightly to the right and his right hand resting on a table beside him to the left which is covered by a patterned cloth. He is wearing military uniform with epaulets, a sash and insignia. The photograph has been signed by the photographer in the lower right corner.

General Louis-Michel Morris commanded a division of the French cavalry during the Crimean War.
  • Creator(s)

    Mayer & Pierson (photographer)

  • 21.8 x 16.2 cm (image)

    29.6 x 23.1 cm (page dimensions)

  • General Louis Michel ?, c.1855 [in Crimean Officers Portraits, 1854 - 1856]

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria

  • Subject(s)
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Industries, Crafts and Trades
        • Clothing
          • Costume
            • Uniforms
              • Military uniforms
      • Engineering & Technology
        • Military engineering
          • Arms (weapons)
            • Side arms (weapons)
              • Swords
    • Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
      • Plastic arts
        • Numismatics
          • Medals
    • Social sciences
      • Military affairs
        • Wars, Campaigns & Battles
          • Wars
            • Wars of the nineteenth century
              • Crimean War (1853-1856)