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Culpeper, Virginia. Group of Officers. Capt. Pierce, Capt. Page, Capt. Howell, Lt. Kelly. Headquarters, Army of the Potomac (U.S. Civil War) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Culpeper, Virginia. Group of Officers. Capt. Pierce, Capt. Page, Capt. Howell, Lt. Kelly. Headquarters, Army of the Potomac (U.S. Civil War) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Culpeper, Virginia. Group of Officers. Capt. Pierce, Capt. Page, Capt. Howell, Lt. Kelly. Headquarters, Army of the Potomac (U.S. Civil War) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This design reproduces a black-and-white photograph of four officers gathered outside a canvas tent at army headquarters in Culpeper, Virginia, during the American Civil War.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a grey-toned photograph with a dark border. A pyramidal canvas tent occupies the background, and wooden folding chairs stand among the men. Four officers are arranged across the frame: one in a wide-brimmed hat reads a letter while standing, another in a kepi reads papers, and a seated officer holds a small box. The mix of white, grey and black tones gives the scene its documentary quality, and the figures, not the setting, carry the composition.

Meaning & Symbolism

The photograph records the command life of the Army of the Potomac in the 1860s. Culpeper served as a base for the army's headquarters, and this group portrait names the officers pictured: Captain Pierce, Captain Page, Captain Howell and Lieutenant Kelly. It documents the leadership structure of the period through the men themselves, at work with papers and correspondence rather than in battle. The image stands as a direct reference to the individuals it names and to the headquarters where they served.

Why This Kiss-Cut Works

A kiss-cut sticker is trimmed to the shape of its artwork, so the dark border and the tent form the edge of the object. The design suits smooth, flat surfaces such as laptops, journals and windows, where a photographic subject with a clear border reads cleanly. Each officer stays visible within the frame, which keeps the group portrait intact on a small surface.

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Glossy kiss-cut vinyl stickers made for smooth, indoor surfaces — laptops, journals, mirrors, and other finished items. Crisp edges, vivid color, strong hold, and not waterproof.

What “kiss-cut” means: the blade cuts the vinyl layer into the exact shape while leaving the backing liner whole, so pieces separate cleanly and lift off the sheet without tearing. It’s the neatest way to produce shaped stickers and multi-piece sheets.

  • Material: reliable vinyl face with a permanent acrylic adhesive formulated for smooth, non-porous surfaces.
  • Finish: glossy surface that enhances contrast and depth without feeling overly reflective.
  • Printing: eco-solvent inks provide dense color and crisp detail for fine lines and gradients.
  • Use case: intended for indoor environments only — not waterproof. Not recommended for continuous exposure to moisture or dishwashing.
  • Application friendly: easy-peel backing and a liner that releases cleanly to help reduce bubbles and misfeeds during placement.

These stickers perform best on smooth, dust-free surfaces — think laptop lids, sealed notebooks, glass, mirrors, finished shelving and lockers. They’ll stick well where the surface is flat and clean; avoid rough wood, silicone, fabric, and heavily textured paint.

  1. Clean: remove dust and oils with a lint-free cloth. For stubborn grime, use a mild soap and water rinse; let the area dry completely.
  2. Align: peel a corner, position carefully, then press the center down first.
  3. Smooth: work outward from the center with a soft card or a thumb to push air out and ensure the edges set down firmly.

Tip: give the adhesive 24 hours to fully settle before heavy handling. These are not designed for outdoor or wet conditions.

  • Gently dust with a soft, dry cloth, moving from the center outward to avoid scratching the gloss.
  • For light marks, a barely damp microfiber will lift residue — blot, don’t scrub, and dry right away.
  • Avoid bleach, solvents, abrasive pads, and steam; moisture or harsh chemicals can lift edges and fade inks.

Reminder: these stickers are not waterproof. Keep them away from sinks, outdoor exposure, and dishwasher cycles to maintain adhesion and finish.

Sizes are measured across the sticker’s longest side. For example, a 3″ sticker is 3 inches across its largest dimension (height or width, depending on the shape).

The kiss-cut follows the sticker’s outline for a tidy border; complex shapes can show small variances, but the advertised measurement refers to the maximum edge-to-edge length.