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Unknown - portrait of navy officer and child
Painted around 1815, this double-sided miniature portrait shows a naval officer and a child. The uniform has not yet been identified, so it may be American or British. 774a, 774b
The term "historical detective" may sound a little strange, but is the easiest way to express the intent of this research.
Seeking information to expand historical knowledge and finding, surprisingly often, "conventional wisdom" needs revision
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