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Maryland and Delaware Continentals retreating across Gowanus Creek after checking the British advance during the Battle of Long Island, 27 August 1776. Steel engraving, American, 1877, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel
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Maryland and Delaware Continentals retreating across Gowanus Creek after checking the British advance during the Battle of Long Island, 27 August 1776. Steel engraving, American, 1877, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel
BATTLE OF LONG ISLAND, 1776.
Maryland and Delaware Continentals retreating across Gowanus Creek after checking the British advance during the Battle of Long Island, 27 August 1776. Steel engraving, American, 1877, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel
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1776 Alonzo American Revolution Battle Field Chappel Continental Army Creek Gun Fire Long Island Rebellion Retreat Revolutionary Shed Wooden
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This print captures a pivotal moment during the Battle of Long Island on August 27,1776. The image depicts the Maryland and Delaware Continentals retreating across Gowanus Creek after successfully halting the British advance. This steel engraving, created in 1877 by Alonzo Chappel based on his painting, beautifully portrays the intensity and chaos of this historic event. In this scene, we see a group of courageous soldiers mounted on horses as they make their way through the creek. The wooden shed in the background serves as a reminder of the harsh conditions these troops faced during their retreat. Gunfire can be heard in the distance, highlighting the ongoing battle that raged around them. The significance of this moment cannot be overstated. These brave men were part of the Continental Army fighting for American independence during the Revolutionary War. Their successful defense against British forces played a crucial role in delaying their advance and buying valuable time for General George Washington's army to regroup. As we gaze upon this powerful image, we are transported back to a time when our nation was born out of rebellion and sacrifice. It serves as a testament to those who fought bravely for freedom and reminds us of our shared history as Americans.
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