Union Civil War Gen. DANIEL BUTTERFIELD Cut Auto w/ Gardner CDV - He Wrote TAPS!

Daniel Butterfield Signed Cut with CDV Portrait – PSA/DNA Certified Authentic Autograph

Description:
Offered here is an attractive 19th-century cut signature of Union General Daniel Butterfield, neatly penned in dark ink and accompanied by a period carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph depicting Butterfield in full military uniform. The signature is inscribed "Danl Butterfield" with a partial ("Maj G"), mounted directly beneath the sepia-toned Gardner portrait. The entire piece is encapsulated and certified authentic by PSA/DNA, with certification number 85454795, ensuring both the preservation and verification of this historically significant autograph. The verso of the CDV bears the imprint of famed Civil War photographer Gardner of Washington, D.C.

Historical Context:
Daniel Butterfield (1831–1901) served as a Union general during the American Civil War and is best remembered for two critical contributions: his instrumental role in organizing the Army of the Potomac’s headquarters operations and his widely credited composition of the bugle call Taps, which became the standard funeral call for U.S. military members. Butterfield fought with distinction in several key battles, including Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville, and received the Medal of Honor for bravery at Gaines’ Mill. His impact on military organization and ceremonial traditions has left a lasting legacy in American military history.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
This signed artifact has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA, a leading authority in autograph certification. The label clearly displays the designation “AUTHENTIC AUTO” along with the unique certification number 85454795, assuring collectors of the piece’s authenticity and secure preservation.

Collector’s Insight:
Combining a historically rich autograph with an original wartime portrait, this Daniel Butterfield signed cut offers a remarkable glimpse into the Civil War era. Ideal for collectors of military history or Civil War memorabilia, it honors a figure whose influence extended far beyond the battlefield, shaping both tactical operations and the ceremonial fabric of the U.S. Army.