James Garfield and Daughter

This photograph taken by Mathew Brady shows James Garfield, possibly around the time he was a member of Congress, with his daughter, likely Mary, who was known commonly as Mollie, reading a book. Garfield served in the House of Representatives from 1863-1880, representing Ohio's 19th district, before being elected as the 20th President of the United States. Brady was one of the most prominent photographers in the 19th century, best known for his Civil War photography.