Us Independence War Collection

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Independence Hall in Philadelphia where
NWI4839447 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Independence Hall in Philadelphia where the Continental Congress reunited to redigate the declaration of Independence

United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Minutemen had the Battle of Lexington in 1775
NWI4839401 United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Minutemen had the Battle of Lexington in 1775. Colouring engraving from an illustration by Darley

United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): George Rogers Clark (1752-1818)
NWI4839286 United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): George Rogers Clark (1752-1818) leading the American army to siege Kaskaskia, Illinois, to Great Britain

War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): George Washington (1732-1799)
NWI4839239 War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): George Washington (1732-1799), Chief of Staff of the Continental Army, and his troops

United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Stamp Act. English settlers protesting against taxes imposed by
NWI4838977 United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Stamp Act. English settlers protesting against taxes imposed by the government of Great Britain, which will end the war, New York

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): soldier of the continental army loading his rifle
NWI4839441 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): soldier of the continental army loading his rifle

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): General George Washington (1732-1799)
NWI4838904 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): General George Washington (1732-1799) supported by the French commander Jean-Baptiste Donatien de Vimeur

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Retreat of the British army of Concord
NWI4838748 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Retreat of the British army of Concord, Massachusetts at the beginning of the war, 1775

War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): the arrest of Major John Andre (1750-1780)
NWI4839264 War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): the arrest of Major John Andre (1750-1780) in 1780 by the continental army and the discovery of the treason of Benedict Arnold

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): gunsmith forging muskets to arm the Minutemen before
NWI4842259 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): gunsmith forging muskets to arm the Minutemen before the war, years 1770

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): English retreat after the battle of Concord under
NWI4842208 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): English retreat after the battle of Concord under the fire of the Minutemen in ambush, 1775

War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): the defense of Bunker Hill by the Minutemen
NWI4841476 War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): the defense of Bunker Hill by the Minutemen (militia of the thirteen colonies) the battle of Bunker Hill near Boston, Massachusetts

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Revolt of settlers burning the boat "Gaspee"
NWI4841423 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Revolt of settlers burning the boat "Gaspee" in the port of Providence to protest the Great Britain's taxes

United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Map of the Battle of Bunker Hill after an English map
NWI4841874 United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Map of the Battle of Bunker Hill after an English map. Reproduction.; (add.info)

United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Fort Ticonderoga artillery crossing the Green Mountains for
NWI4841112 United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Fort Ticonderoga artillery crossing the Green Mountains for the defense of Boston for the defense of Boston an 1775

Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Portraits of the signatories of the Declaration of
NWI4841081 Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Portraits of the signatories of the Declaration of Independence and the Committee of the Five in the Centre

War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): Map of the vicinity of Philadelphia (Pennsylvania)
NWI4841014 War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): Map of the vicinity of Philadelphia (Pennsylvania), Valley Forge and Brandywine

Extract from the draft of the declaration of independence of the thirteen British colonies in North America secession
NWI4840879 Extract from the draft of the declaration of independence of the thirteen British colonies in North America secession from the British Kingdom

United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Stamp Act. British government stamp symbol of taxes imposed by
NWI4840686 United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Stamp Act. British government stamp symbol of taxes imposed by the state

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Siege of Charleston
NWI4839813 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Siege of Charleston, South Carolina by the English army

British fifers marching in a reenactment on the Yorktown battlefield, Virginia
NWI4844872 British fifers marching in a reenactment on the Yorktown battlefield, Virginia.; (add.info.: British fifers marching in a reenactment on the Yorktown battlefield)

Camp desk with quill pen at a reenactment on the Yorktown battlefield, Virginia
NWI4844720 Camp desk with quill pen at a reenactment on the Yorktown battlefield, Virginia.; (add.info.: Camp desk with quill pen at a reenactment on the Yorktown battlefield)

Peanuts, eggs, and dried berries for breakfast at a reenactment on the Yorktown battlefield, Virginia
NWI4844703 Peanuts, eggs, and dried berries for breakfast at a reenactment on the Yorktown battlefield, Virginia.; (add.info.: Peanuts, eggs)

Close-up of a Revolutionary War cannon at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia
NWI4845345 Close-up of a Revolutionary War cannon at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia.; (add.info.: Close-up of a Revolutionary War cannon at Yorktown battlefield)

United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Map of the Second Battle of Freeman's Farm
NWI4843297 United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Map of the Second Battle of Freeman's Farm, part of the Saratoga battlefield on October 7, 1777

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): The crew of American John Paul Jones (1747-1792)
NWI4843248 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): The crew of American John Paul Jones (1747-1792)

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): reconstitution of the Battle of Yorktown
NWI4844430 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): reconstitution of the Battle of Yorktown, Virginia: French soldier loading his musket

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): reconstitution of the Battle of Yorktown
NWI4844417 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): reconstitution of the Battle of Yorktown, Virginia: French troops

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): War of Independence of the United States of America
NWI4844344 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): reconstitution of the Battle of Yorktown

United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Paul Revere (1735-1818)
NWI4842876 United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Paul Revere (1735-1818) calls upon the Minutemen of Lexington to take up arms for battle, 1775

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): reconstitution of the battle of the British army in
NWI4844275 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): reconstitution of the battle of the British army in Yorktown, Virginia: fifes and drums

United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): General Geroge District Washington
NWI4843975 United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): General Geroge District Washington. Reconstructed Continental Army Soldiers Cabins at Valley Forge (Winter Camp)

War of Independence of the United States (1775-1783): Military uniforms of armies in the American Revolution: Hessian
NWI4843800 War of Independence of the United States (1775-1783): Military uniforms of armies in the American Revolution: Hessian, American rifleman, French, and British (clockwise from top left)

War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): Patriots, women and children
NWI4842674 War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): Patriots, women and children, displacing supplies of powder and ammunition before the British arrived and attacked Concord

United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): a rider warns the Minutemen of the arrival of the English at
NWI4842636 United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): a rider warns the Minutemen of the arrival of the English at Lexington 1775

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Destruction of Falmouth (Portland)
NWI4842017 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Destruction of Falmouth (Portland, Maine) by fire of the artillery of the English ships, October 1775

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Reading of the Declaration of Independence at Old
NWI4842013 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Reading of the Declaration of Independence at Old State House of Boston, 1776

United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Ethan Allen (1738-1789)
NWI4841989 United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): Ethan Allen (1738-1789) with the Green Mountain Boys capturing Commander Delaplace at Fort Ticonderoga, 1775

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Mrs Motte helped the American army burn his
NWI4841297 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Mrs Motte helped the American army burn his English-occupied house in South Carolina, 1781

War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): Continental soldiers in winter camp at Valley Forge
NWI4841219 War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): Continental soldiers in winter camp at Valley Forge (Pennsylvania) try to keep themselves warm

Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Office on which Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826)
NWI4841124 Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Office on which Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) wrote the United States Declaration of Independence.; (add.info)

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): English patriot (American settler)
NWI4840404 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): English patriot (American settler) serving the British officer to keep up with the situation

United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): English General John Burgoyne (1722-1792)
NWI4840671 United States of America Independence War (1775-1783): English General John Burgoyne (1722-1792) proposed to the Indians an alliance to defeat the war

War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Destruction of the "Sharon" frigate during
NWI4840654 War of Independence of the United States of America (1775-1783): Destruction of the "Sharon" frigate during the Battle of Yorktown between the English and the French, 1781

War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): the Minutemen (Patriotic militia)
NWI4840503 War of Independence or American Revolution (1775-1783): the Minutemen (Patriotic militia, "ready to fight in two minutes") leaving their homes and families in Stockbridge

Revolutionary War cannon atop a redoubt at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia
NWI4845309 Revolutionary War cannon atop a redoubt at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia.; (add.info.: Revolutionary War cannon atop a redoubt at Yorktown battlefield)

Cannon atop a redoubt at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia
NWI4845278 Cannon atop a redoubt at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia.; (add.info.: Cannon atop a redoubt at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia.); Photo © North Wind Pictures

Artillery tools, Revolutionary War reenactment at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia
NWI4845216 Artillery tools, Revolutionary War reenactment at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia.; (add.info.: Artillery tools, Revolutionary War reenactment at Yorktown battlefield)

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"The Birth of a Nation: The US War of Independence" In the late 18th century, American settlers of British origin found themselves embroiled in a fierce struggle for freedom. The English Parliament's imposition of taxes on tea and other essential goods ignited the flames of revolt among these determined colonists. One iconic event that symbolized their defiance was "The Assault on John Malcolm" in Boston, January 25, 1774. This vividly depicted color engraving by Francois Godefroy captured the spirit of resistance as American patriots stood up against oppressive rule. Meanwhile, across the vast continent, explorers like Louis Antoine, Count of Bougainville discovered new territories such as Louisiana. These discoveries fueled aspirations for independence and gave birth to dreams of a united nation free from foreign control. Monuments commemorating key figures in this struggle stand tall today – one such monument honors Marquis de La Fayette and George Washington in bronze. Their alliance showcased the unity between France and America during this pivotal time. The turning point came with the surrender of Lord Cornwallis' British army – an event etched into history forever. It marked a significant victory for American forces and brought them closer to achieving their ultimate goal: independence. Naval battles played a crucial role too; "The Third Battle of Gondelour" saw French ships clash with British fleets off America's shores. These engagements demonstrated not only military prowess but also international support for the cause. Spanish intervention also proved decisive when they emerged victorious during the Siege of Pensacola – another triumph that bolstered hopes for liberation from colonial rule. Artistic renditions immortalize these moments; Jacques Marie Gaston Onfroy de Breville's painting captures Washington crossing Delaware River in December 1776 - an emblematic scene showcasing resilience amidst adversity. Finally, after years filled with sacrifice and determination, delegates signed "The Constitution, " solidifying principles upon which future generations would build a nation.