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Engraving, "Triumph of Patriotism, Washington Entering New York, 25th November 1783"

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Artifact Overview

Mass-produced prints marked the seventy-fifth anniversary of "Evacuation Day," the day that British troops left New York City after the Treaty of Ghent officially ended the American Revolution. General George Washington and the Continental Army entered the city with pomp and circumstance to signify the war's end.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Print (Visual work)

Date Made

1858

Subject Date

25 November 1783

Collection Title

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.19.156

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Engraving (Printing process)

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 28 in
Width: 38 in