Portrait of Commander C.R. Perry Rodgers, U.S. Civil War Naval Officer This artwork is a portrait depicting Commander Charles R. Perry Rodgers, an officer in the United States Navy during the American Civil War. The portrait provides a visual representation of Rodgers, capturing his likeness and perhaps offering insights into his character or mood at the time of the painting. As a naval commander, Rodgers played a significant role in the complex naval operations and strategic maneuvers that characterized this pivotal period in U.S. history. The portrait serves as an historical artifact, providing a tangible connection to the people and events that shaped the Civil War era.