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Chapin, John Reuben, (1823-1894) Interview between General Jackson & Weatherford

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08878.0046 Author/Creator: Chapin, John Reuben, (1823-1894) Place Written: s.l. Type: Engraving Date: 1861-1877 Pagination: 1 print : b&w ; 29.5 x 23 cm. Order a Copy

One engraving entitled, "Interview Between General Jackson & Weatherford" circa 1861-1877. Depicts General Andrew Jackson and William Weatherford speaking inside a spacious tent. Jackson appears relaxed, seated at a small table while Weatherford stands near the opening of the tent. A solider stands guard outside. Engraved by W. Ridgeway after a painting by John Reuben Chapin.

Chapin, John Reuben, 1823-1894
Ridgeway, W., 1854-1885
Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845
Weatherford, William, fl. 1780-1824

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