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Lexington Collection (#6)

Lexington, a city steeped in history and renowned for its equestrian heritage, holds an esteemed place in the heart of Kentucky

Background imageLexington Collection: BATTLE OF LEXINGTON, 1775. The British harrassed on their return to Boston, Massachusetts

BATTLE OF LEXINGTON, 1775. The British harrassed on their return to Boston, Massachusetts, following the Battle of Lexington, 19 April 1775. Line engraving by Amos Doolittle, 1775

Background imageLexington Collection: BATTLE OF LEXINGTON, 1775. The Battle of Lexington at the beginning of combat, 19 April 1775

BATTLE OF LEXINGTON, 1775. The Battle of Lexington at the beginning of combat, 19 April 1775. Line engraving, 1775, by Amos Doolittle

Background imageLexington Collection: BATTLE OF LEXINGTON, 1775. 19 April 1775. Colored engraving, 1903

BATTLE OF LEXINGTON, 1775. 19 April 1775. Colored engraving, 1903

Background imageLexington Collection: BATTLE OF LEXINGTON, 1775. The Battle of Lexington during the American Revolution, 19 April 1775

BATTLE OF LEXINGTON, 1775. The Battle of Lexington during the American Revolution, 19 April 1775. Line engraving, 1903

Background imageLexington Collection: The grand California trotting mare Sunol record 2: 10 1 / 2 at

The grand California trotting mare Sunol record 2: 10 1 / 2 at
The grand California trotting mare Sunol record 2:10 1/2 at three years old: by Electioneer - dam Waxana by Gen l Benton, Grandam Waxy by Lexington. Date c1890

Background imageLexington Collection: The racing King Salvator, mile record, 1: 35 1 / 2: by Prince C

The racing King Salvator, mile record, 1: 35 1 / 2: by Prince C
The racing King Salvator, mile record, 1:35 1/2: by Prince Charlie, dam Salina by Lexington. Date c1891

Background imageLexington Collection: Ready for the signal: the celebrated running horse Harry Bas

Ready for the signal: the celebrated running horse Harry Bassett, by Lexington, dam Canary Bird, the property of Col. D. McDaniels & Co. of Princeton, N.J. (James Roe, rider). Date c1872

Background imageLexington Collection: Parole: brown gelding, by Imp. Leamington, dam Maiden by Lex

Parole: brown gelding, by Imp. Leamington, dam Maiden by Lexington. Jockey on running horse. Date c1879

Background imageLexington Collection: Mr. August Belmonts Potomac Hamilton up and Masher Bergen u

Mr. August Belmonts Potomac Hamilton up and Masher Bergen up: by St. Blaise, dam Susquehanna by Lexington by the ill used. dam Magnetism by Kingfisher. Date c1891

Background imageLexington Collection: Battle of Lexington

Battle of Lexington. Print shows Minute Men firing on the British in Lexington, Massachusetts. Date 179-

Background imageLexington Collection: The fight at Lexington, April 19, 1775, from a print of the

The fight at Lexington, April 19, 1775, from a print of the time. Print shows Minute Men being fired upon by British troops in Lexington, Massachusetts. Date between 1850 and 1880

Background imageLexington Collection: Foxhall: By King Alfonso, dam Jamaica, by Lexington

Foxhall: By King Alfonso, dam Jamaica, by Lexington. Date c1882

Background imageLexington Collection: Baby girl of family living on Natchez Trace Project, near Le

Baby girl of family living on Natchez Trace Project, near Lexington, Tennessee. Date 1936 Mar

Background imageLexington Collection: Statue of Captain Parker, on the green at Lexington, Mass

Statue of Captain Parker, on the green at Lexington, Mass

Background imageLexington Collection: EVRV2A-00042

EVRV2A-00042
Minutemen at the Battle of Lexington, starting the American Revolutionary War, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration by Darley

Background imageLexington Collection: EVRV2A-00056

EVRV2A-00056
Minutemen at Lexington Green, April 1775 - " If they want a war, let it begin here." Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Howard Pyle illustration

Background imageLexington Collection: EVRV2A-00057

EVRV2A-00057
The fight on Lexington Green, April 19, 1775, beginning the Revolutionary War. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration by Howard Pyle

Background imageLexington Collection: EVRV2A-00061

EVRV2A-00061
British troops firing on the Americans at Lexington, first battle of the American Revolution, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageLexington Collection: EVRV2A-00108

EVRV2A-00108
Minuteman leaving for the Battle of Lexington, the start of the American Revolution, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageLexington Collection: EVRV2A-00250

EVRV2A-00250
Minutemen roused by Paul Revere to do battle in Lexington, April 19, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageLexington Collection: PREV2A-00059

PREV2A-00059
Paul Revere seeing two lights in the Old North Church steeple, riding to Lexington to warn the Minutemen the British were coming, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageLexington Collection: EVRV2A-00240

EVRV2A-00240
Wife holding her dying husband at the Battle of Lexington, start of the Revolutionary War, 1775. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageLexington Collection: Minuteman gets news the British are coming to Lexington, 1775

Minuteman gets news the British are coming to Lexington, 1775
Wife awakens her minuteman husband with the news, " The British are coming!" Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageLexington Collection: Minuteman leaving for battle, 1775

Minuteman leaving for battle, 1775
With his familys blessings, a minuteman joins the colonial revolt, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageLexington Collection: PREV2A-00043

PREV2A-00043
Paul Reveres ride to awaken the Minutemen of Lexington, Massachusetts, April 19, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageLexington Collection: EVRV2A-00248

EVRV2A-00248
Paul Revere calling the Lexington Minutemen to arms, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration by Darley

Background imageLexington Collection: USA, North America, Kentucky

USA, North America, Kentucky
Rural road through Bluegrass region of Kentucky in autumn season near Lexington, Kentucky

Background imageLexington Collection: Rural road through

Rural road through Bluegrass region of Kentucky in autumn season near Lexington, Kentucky

Background imageLexington Collection: 1921 Lexington

1921 Lexington
Automobile (Cars). 1921 Lexington automobile parked on a street in front of a neo-classical building

Background imageLexington Collection: 1920 Lexington Thorobred

1920 Lexington Thorobred
Automobile (Cars). 1920 Lexington Thorobred automobile parked on a street

Background imageLexington Collection: Hotel Lexington, New York

Hotel Lexington, New York
The Hawaiian Room at the Hotel Lexington, New York City, America

Background imageLexington Collection: Shelton Hotel, New York

Shelton Hotel, New York
Swimming Pool at the Shelton Hotel on Lexington Avenue, New York City, America

Background imageLexington Collection: Hotel Belmont Plaza, New York

Hotel Belmont Plaza, New York
Hotel Belmont Plaza on Lexington Avenue and 49th Street, New York City, America

Background imageLexington Collection: Hotel George Washington, New York

Hotel George Washington, New York
Hotel George Washington on Lexington Avenue and 23rd Street in the Grammercy Park area, New York City, America

Background imageLexington Collection: Colonial church, Lexington, Virginia, United States of America, North America

Colonial church, Lexington, Virginia, United States of America, North America

Background imageLexington Collection: Colonial building, part of the Military College in Lexington, Virginia

Colonial building, part of the Military College in Lexington, Virginia, United States of America, North America

Background imageLexington Collection: Colonial buildings, part of the Military College in Lexington, Virginia

Colonial buildings, part of the Military College in Lexington, Virginia, United States of America, North America

Background imageLexington Collection: The Military College in Lexington, Virginia, United States of America, North America

The Military College in Lexington, Virginia, United States of America, North America

Background imageLexington Collection: Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series: Luis Diaz

Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series: Luis Diaz
Luis Diaz (MEX). Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series, Rd10, Mid-Ohio, USA, 25 June 2006. DIGITAL IMAGE

Background imageLexington Collection: Horse and carriage in Lee Avenue

Horse and carriage in Lee Avenue, Lexington, Virginia, United States of America (USA), North America

Background imageLexington Collection: Memorial to the first confrontation of the American

Memorial to the first confrontation of the American Revolution between Minutemen and British on 19 April 1775, Lexington Green, Lexington, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America (USA)

Background imageLexington Collection: Paul Reveres Ride

Paul Reveres Ride
PAUL REVERE American inventor of rolling mill, more famed for his midnight ride from Boston to Lexington, warning that the British were on the march

Background imageLexington Collection: Announcing Lexington

Announcing Lexington
News of the battle of Lexington, in which the Americans are defeated and forced to retire, is announced in Wall Street, New York, to general perturbation




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Lexington, a city steeped in history and renowned for its equestrian heritage, holds an esteemed place in the heart of Kentucky. From the celebrated horse Lexington, born to Boston and Ali at just five years old, to the iconic white fences that grace its landscape, this city is synonymous with equine excellence. Keeneland race track stands as a testament to Lexington's passion for horse racing. The thundering hooves and roaring crowds create an electrifying atmosphere that captures the essence of this vibrant city. Beyond its equine legacy, it has left indelible marks elsewhere. The Barbizon Hotel in New York once welcomed visitors from all walks of life but held a special place in the hearts of those hailing from Lexington. It served as a home away from home for many who ventured far from their beloved Bluegrass State. Speaking of which, nothing quite compares to gazing upon the picturesque views of Kentucky's countryside. Rolling hills dotted with hay bales evoke feelings of tranquility and remind us why we cherish this land so dearly. Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate, offers a glimpse into Lexington's political past. This historic site allows visitors to step back in time and explore the life and legacy of one of America's most influential statesmen. The Thoroughbred Center serves as both a training ground for future champions and a symbol of Lexington's dedication to preserving its equestrian traditions. Here, horses are nurtured with care and expertise while carrying on the proud lineage that defines this remarkable city. Let us not forget Kenneland - where dreams are realized on race days when jockeys guide their noble steeds towards victory amidst cheers echoing through grandstands filled with anticipation. A portrait captured by Thomas J. Scott transports us back to 1857 when Lexington stood tall against time’s relentless march forward – forever etching his name into history books alongside other legendary figures who shaped our nation’s destiny. Lexington's significance extends beyond its own borders.