Chappel, Alonzo, (1828-1887) Battle of Long Island
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08878.0064 Author/Creator: Chappel, Alonzo, (1828-1887) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Engraving Date: 1861-1877 Pagination: 1 print : b&w ; 27 x 18 cm. Order a Copy
One engraving entitled, "Battle of Long Island" circa 1861-1877. Depicts the Continental Army retreating towards Cowanus Creek after combat with highly skilled British forces. Caption notes, "retreat of the Americans under General Stirling across Gowanus Creek." Engraved after a paiting by Alonzo Chappel. Engraver unknown. Original painting in possession of the publisher at time of engraving.
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