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Chappel, Alonzo, (1828-1887) The Battle of Chippewa

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08878.0041 Author/Creator: Chappel, Alonzo, (1828-1887) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Engraving Date: 1858 Pagination: 1 print : b&w ; 28 x 21 cm. Order a Copy

One engraving entitled, "The Battle of Chippewa" dated 1858. Depicts United States Commander Winfield Scott ordering the charge of McNeils Battalion during the battle of Chippewa, July 5, 1814. Engraved from an original painting by Alonzo Chappel. Painting was in possession of the publisher at time of engraving. Engraver unknown.

Winfield, Scott, 1786-1866
Chappel, Alonzo, 1828-1887

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