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Continental Army Collection (#4)

"The Continental Army: Forging a Nation through Blood and Valor" The paintings and engravings of Howard Pyle, Alonzo Chappel

Background imageContinental Army Collection: FRANCIS MARION (1732?-1795). American Revolutionary soldier. Stipple and line engraving

FRANCIS MARION (1732?-1795). American Revolutionary soldier. Stipple and line engraving, 19th century

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Washington entering New York City after British evacuation, 1783

Washington entering New York City after British evacuation, 1783
Triumphal entrance of Washingtons American army into New York, November 25, 1783. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00085

EVRV2A-00085
Map of Benedict Arnolds route to invade Quebec during the American Revolution, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00164

EVRV2A-00164
General Benedict Arnold wounded at the Battle of Saratoga, New York, 1777. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00035

EVRV2A-00035
George Rogers Clarks handwritten demand for the surrender of Vincennes, Indiana, by British Lt. Gov. Hamilton, 1779. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of the original document

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00044

EVRV2A-00044
Continental soldier loading his musket, American Revolution. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00076

EVRV2A-00076
Surrender of British commander Burgoyne to American General Gates at Saratoga, New York, 1777. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration by F.C. Yohn

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00084

EVRV2A-00084
Benedict Arnolds signature on a pass given to British agent Major John Andre, 1780. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00094

EVRV2A-00094
Surrender of the British army under Lord Cornwallis to the American and French forces at Yorktown, 1781. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Maine map used in Arnolds invasion of Quebec, 1775

Maine map used in Arnolds invasion of Quebec, 1775
Montresors map of inland Maine, used for Arnolds march to Quebec, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: PREV2A-00095

PREV2A-00095
General Horatio Gates on horseback, American Revolution. Hand-colored engraving of a painting

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Valley Forge soldiers trying to keep warm

Valley Forge soldiers trying to keep warm
Continental soldiers at winter camp in Valley Forge, Revolutionary War. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Continental soldiers mustered out, 1783

Continental soldiers mustered out, 1783
Continental Army disbanding at New Windsor, New York, at the end of the Revolutionary War, November 1783. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Stony Point taken by the Americans, 1779

Stony Point taken by the Americans, 1779
Americans under General Anthony Wayne storming the Stony Point fort on the Hudson River. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Death of Herkimer at the Battle of Oriskany, 1777

Death of Herkimer at the Battle of Oriskany, 1777
General Herkimer killed at Oriskany in leading militia to relieve Fort Stanwix, New York, 1777. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2D-00045

EVRV2D-00045
Pitcher and basin in General Washingtons bedroom at Valley Forge winter camp, Pennsylvania. Digital photograph of a restored National Park site

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2D-00121

EVRV2D-00121
American army reenactors march to the surrender ceremony at Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph of a National Park Service event at Yorktown Battlefield on the 225th anniversary of

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Valley Forge artillery

Valley Forge artillery
Artillery defending the Continental Army winter camp at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Digital photograph

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2D-00198

EVRV2D-00198
Artillery defending the Continental Army winter camp at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Digital photograph

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2D-00020

EVRV2D-00020
Continental Army soldiers cabins reconstructed at Valley Forge winter camp, Pennsylvania. Digital photograph of a reconstructed National Park site

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2D-00073

EVRV2D-00073
Continental soldiers cabins reconstructed at the Valley Forge winter camp, Pennsylvania. Digital photograph

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2D-00204

EVRV2D-00204
Artillery defending the Continental Army winter camp at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Digital photograph

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2D-00200

EVRV2D-00200
Artillery defending the Continental Army winter camp at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Digital photograph

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Valley Forge cabins in the snow

Valley Forge cabins in the snow
Continental Army cabins reconstructed at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Digital photograph

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Patriots of African descent memorial at Valley Forge

Patriots of African descent memorial at Valley Forge
African-American Revolutionary War soldier memorial at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Digital photograph

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Washingtons army crossing the Delaware River, 1776

Washingtons army crossing the Delaware River, 1776
Continental Army crossing the Delaware River at night to attack Trenton, December 1776. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00204

EVRV2A-00204
George Washington and his Continental Army ferried across the Delaware River to attack Trenton, New Jersey, 1776. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: PREV2A-00013

PREV2A-00013
Baron von Steuben on horseback with other Continental Army officers at Valley Forge. Hand colored engraving of a painting

Background imageContinental Army Collection: PPRE2A-00041

PPRE2A-00041
General George Washington at Continental Army headquarters, American Revolution. Color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00188

EVRV2A-00188
General George Washington and the Marquis de Lafayette in the cold at Valley Forge winter camp during the American Revolution. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00185

EVRV2A-00185
Wounded Hessian Colonel Rahl surrenders Trenton to George Washington, December 1776. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: PPRE2A-00043

PPRE2A-00043
General George Washington. Hand-colored engraving from a painting by Trumbull

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00172

EVRV2A-00172
British signalling surrender after the siege of Yorktown, 1781, effectively ending action in the American Revolution. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00011

EVRV2A-00011
Valley Forge soldier on picket duty in the snow, awaiting his relief shift, American Revolution Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century illustration by F.C. Yohn

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00019

EVRV2A-00019
General Washington leading the Americans at the battle of Princeton, New Jersey, 1777. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Army Collection: EVRV2A-00024

EVRV2A-00024
Hessian commander Rahl mortally wounded during the American attack on Trenton, New Jersey, December 1776. Printed color engraving

Background imageContinental Army Collection: AMERICAN REVOLUTION. Flags, Uniforms, Currency and Arms of the Revolution

AMERICAN REVOLUTION. Flags, Uniforms, Currency and Arms of the Revolution. Illustration of George Washington on horseback surrounded by soldiers, flags of different states, a five-dollar bill

Background imageContinental Army Collection: YORKTOWN: SURRENDER, 1781. British General Charles O Hara surrendering the sword

YORKTOWN: SURRENDER, 1781. British General Charles O Hara surrendering the sword of General Cornwallis to American General Robert Lincoln at Yorktown

Background imageContinental Army Collection: U. S. CAPITOL, 1920s. The United States Capitol and the National Mall in Washington, D

U. S. CAPITOL, 1920s. The United States Capitol and the National Mall in Washington, D
U.S. CAPITOL, 1920s. The United States Capitol and the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Publicity postcard, 1920s, for Hotel Continental, extreme right in photo

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Painting of George Washington crossing the Delaware

Painting of George Washington crossing the Delaware
Vintage American History painting of General George Washington Crossing the Delaware. Original by, Emanuel Gottlieb Leutze

Background imageContinental Army Collection: George Washington on horseback leading troops at the Battle of the Monongahela

George Washington on horseback leading troops at the Battle of the Monongahela
Vintage print of George Washington on horseback leading troops at the Battle of the Monongahela

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Digitally restored picture of General George Washington and his military commanders

Digitally restored picture of General George Washington and his military commanders during The Revolutionary War

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Painting of General George Washington at the Battle of Princeton

Painting of General George Washington at the Battle of Princeton
This vintage American history painting of General George Washington at the Battle of Princeton. The original was painted by Charles Willson Peale

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Digitally restored Revolutionary War print showing the surrender of British troops

Digitally restored Revolutionary War print showing the surrender of British troops
Digitally restored vintage Revolutionary War print showing the surrender of British troops to General George Washington and the Continental Army

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Vintage Revolutionary War print showing the surrender of British troops

Vintage Revolutionary War print showing the surrender of British troops to General George Washington and the Continental Army. It reads, The Surrender Of Cornwallis At Yorktown. A.D. 1781

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Digitally restored print of the Battle of the Monongahela

Digitally restored print of the Battle of the Monongahela
Digitally restored vintage print showing George Washington on horseback, leading troops at the Battle of the Monongahela. The print reads, Life Of George Washington, The Soldier

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Digitally restored Revolutionary War painting of General George Washington and his men

Digitally restored Revolutionary War painting of General George Washington and his men, triumphantly entering New York City as crowds cheer, November 25, 1783

Background imageContinental Army Collection: Revolutionary War print showing the surrender of British troops

Revolutionary War print showing the surrender of British troops
Vintage Revolutionary War print showing the surrender of British troops to General George Washington and the Continental Army




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"The Continental Army: Forging a Nation through Blood and Valor" The paintings and engravings of Howard Pyle, Alonzo Chappel, and William Tylee Ranney vividly capture the heroic struggles of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. These artworks serve as powerful reminders of the sacrifices made by these brave men who fought for independence. In Pyle's "The Nation Makers, " we witness the Battle of Brandywine in 1777. The canvas comes alive with soldiers engaged in fierce combat, highlighting their unwavering determination to secure liberty for future generations. Pyle's "Battle of Bunker Hill" transports us back to that fateful day in 1775 when American patriots valiantly defended their position against British forces. The painting immortalizes this iconic battle, symbolizing the spirit and resilience that defined the Continental Army. Chappel's colored engraving depicts an equally significant event -the retreat of British troops from Concord after facing fierce resistance on April 19th, 1775. This image captures a pivotal moment when American colonists stood up against tyranny, marking one step closer towards freedom. Hamilton at Yorktown is brought to life through Chappel's steel engraving. It portrays General Hamilton leading his troops during this decisive battle in 1781. This victory would ultimately lead to America securing its independence from Britain. Other notable battles are also depicted within these works – such as Long Island and Bennington – showcasing moments where American soldiers faced overwhelming odds but emerged victorious under leaders like John Stark and Israel Putnam. Ranney's steel engraving showcases Francis Marion crossing Pee Dee River with his men to harass British forces in South Carolina during the war. This daring act exemplifies guerrilla warfare tactics employed by resourceful American commanders throughout this conflict. These images remind us not only of our nation’s birth but also pay homage to those who risked everything for the ideals of freedom and liberty.