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Chappel, Alonzo, (1828-1887) Battle of Bunker's Hill

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08878.0049 Author/Creator: Chappel, Alonzo, (1828-1887) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Engraving Date: 1861-1877 Pagination: 1 print : b&w ; 28.3 x 19.2 cm. Order a Copy

One engraving entitled, "Battle of Bunker's Hill" circa 1861-1877. Depicts British forces marching uphill toward American forces during the Battle of Bunker Hill, June 18, 1775. Engraved by John Godfrey after a paiting by Alonzo Chappel.

Chappel, Alonzo, 1828-1887
Godfrey, John, 1817-1889

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