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Collection Record Detail
Object Name
Print
Object Number
1931-03-1
Description
Black and white on good quality paper. Engraved from etching of La Fayette in 1781 - in center of picture pointing to his right holding sword on left, colored man in uniform behind holding horse. Battle in left background. Captions below picture on frame (note: no frame as of 2005-05). In center: La Fayette./in 1781. Left: Was born in France in 1757, espoused the American cause in 1776, arrived at Charleston, S.C. Janr. 1777 and joined the Continental Army as a volunteer; he was Commissioned by Congress as Major General July 1777. He went to France in 1779 and returned in 178- with a large Reinforcement. Right: In 1781 he Commanded in Virginia and took an active part in the Capture of Cornwallis in 1784 when he saw our Independence secure he embarked again for his native Country, loaded with Honor and the gratitude of the American People. Returned to the U. States as a National guest in 1824. Below frame: Painted by L. le Paen Historical Painter to the Prince of Conde. Engraved by F. Kearny Philadelphia 1824. Published by F. Kearny 96 Chestnut St.
Date Made
1824
Dimensions
20.75" x 16"
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