Yorktown Collection (#6)

Yorktown monument, Yorktown, Virginia

Yorktown Monument (Alliance and Victory Monument), Yorktown, Virginia. Rendering. Original architectural drawing showing the Yorktown Monument nearing completion, with scaffolding still in place

House of Cornwalliss surrender, Yorktown, Virginia. Date c1902

A second Yorktown. Illustration shows a scene reminisent of the surrender at Yorktown, a man portraying Lord Cornwallis labeled Special Privilege is offering his sword to President Wilson portraying

Surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown Va. Oct. 19th. 1781. Print shows British officers walking next to General Lincoln between lines of American and French soldiers. Date c1852

Battery no. 1, near Yorktown, Virginia. Illustration showing a Union army battery built in the orchard of Farinholt House. Date 1862 May printed later, c1865

Battery no. 4, near Yorktown, Virginia. Soldier standing guard outside earthen bunker at mortar battery. Date 1862 May printed later, c1865

Moore house, Yorktown, Virginia. Date 1862 May printed later, c1865

Yorktown, Va. vicinity. 13-in. seacoast mortars of Federal Battery No. 4 with officers of 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery

The British surrendering their arms to Gen. Washington after their defeat at YorkTown in Virginia October 1781. Print showing British officers on the right, with Cornwallis presenting his sword

Yorktown, Va. Federal artillery park. Photograph from the main eastern theater of war, the Peninsular Campaign, May-August 1862. Date Between 1860 and 1865

Surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown, VA Oct. 19th 1781

Yorktown, Va. Embarkation for White House Landing, Va. Photograph from the main eastern theater of war, the Peninsular Campaign, May-August 1862. Date 1862 May

Yorktown, Virginia. Battery No. 4 mounting 13-inch mortars. South end. Date 1862 May

The dawn of peace. Morning of the surrender of Yorktown. Date c1881 Dec. 31

Servants at quarters of Prince de Joinville in front of Yorktown, May 3, 1862. Four men with wash tub, frying pan, etc. Date photographed 1862, printed later

Surrender of Lord Cornwallis
Surrender of Lord Charles, Marquis of Cornwallis at the Siege of Yorktown, Virginia on October 19th 1781 with Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier

YORKTOWN: SIEGE MAP, 1781. Map showing the British fortifications and the siege lines of the French and American forces at Yorktown, Virginia, in 1781

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Medicines of the 18th century recreated at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Cobblers tools at a reenactment at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Revolutionary War reenactors tents at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Revolutionary War reenactors tents at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Map of the Battle of Yorktown where the British Army was defeated by the American and French alliance in the Revolutionary War, 1781. Printed color lithograph

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Reenactors weaving on belt looms at a Revolutionary War reenactment, Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Reenactor weaving on a belt loom at a Revolutionary War reenactment, Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Weaving on a laptop hand-loom, Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Laundress reenactor demonstrates camp chore at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Womens sewing circle reenacted at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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African-American woman reenactor sewing at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Woman reenactor knitting at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Woman reenactor knitting at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Knitting needles and handspun wool yarn at a Yorktown reenactment, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Knitting needles and handspun wool at a Yorktown reenactment, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Knitting needles and handspun wool at a Yorktown reenactment, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Knitting needles and handspun wool at a Yorktown reenactment, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Cooking over an open fire at a Continental Army camp reenactment, Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Camp breakfast for Continental Army reenactors, Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Calico cloth for 18th-century reenactors on sale at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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Camp breakfast at a reenactment on the Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph of a National Park Service event at Yorktown Battlefield on the 225th anniversary of the surrender

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Camp cookpots at a Continental Army reenactment, Yorktown battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph

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British flag over inner defensive redoubt at Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph of a National Park Service living history event at Yorktown Battlefield on the 225th anniversary of

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Surrender of British army under commander Cornwallis to Washington and Rochambeau at Yorktown, 1781. Hand-colored photogravure of a 19th-century illustration

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Destruction of British frigate " Sharon" during the battle of Yorktown, 1781. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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General Washington introduced to the Comte de Rochambeau, commander of French forces allied with U.S. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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British army marches onto the field in a reenactment of the surrender at Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph of a National Park Service event on the actual field of surrender at

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French soldier cleaning his musket at a reenactment on the Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph of a National Park Service event at Yorktown Battlefield on the 225th anniversary of

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British army on the field in a reenactment of the surrender at Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph of a National Park Service event on the actual field of surrender at Yorktown

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British army on the field in a reenactment of the surrender at Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia. Digital photograph of a National Park Service event on the actual field of surrender at Yorktown

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"Yorktown: A Historic Battlefield and a Symbol of American Victory" Step back in time to the year 1781, when history was made on the shores of Yorktown. This small town in Virginia witnessed one of the most significant events in American history - the Siege during the Revolutionary War. The USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier, now proudly displayed at Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum, serves as a reminder of this pivotal moment. As you explore its decks, imagine Hamilton himself standing here during that fateful year. Intriguing steel engravings from 1858 depict scenes painted by Alonzo Chappel, capturing the intensity and heroism that unfolded on these very grounds. The map drawn by Louis Alexandre Berthier provides a glimpse into Williamsburg's surroundings during this historic period. Witnessing an Avenger taking off from USS Yorktown brings to life the courage and determination exhibited by those who fought for independence, and is a testament to their unwavering spirit. Auguste Couder's artwork transports us back to witness firsthand the American siege of Yorktown. The battle that ensued forever changed our nation's destiny and shaped its future. Lieutenant Colonel Tench Tilghman's announcement of Cornwallis' surrender echoes through time as we stand upon these hallowed steps where it all began. Currier & Ives' lithograph captures this historic moment with vivid detail, reminding us how victory was achieved against all odds. The Battle marked a turning point in the American War of Independence - it was here that freedom triumphed over tyranny. EVRV2D-00088 immortalizes this event for generations to come. As you gaze upon Yorktown harbor today, envisioning what once transpired within its waters, remember that this place holds not only historical significance but also represents resilience and unity - values deeply ingrained in America's DNA. Visit Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum and step into the footsteps of those who fought for liberty.