John Trumbull was an artist and soldier from Connecticut. He served in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War and was stationed in Roxbury, Massachusetts during the Battle of Bunker Hill (June 17, 1775). This painting depicts the death of General Joseph Warren, along with many of the most important people involved in the … Read more
This engraving was made by Amos Doolittle from an illustration done by landscape artist, Ralph Earl. The text at the top of the engraving says, “Plate IV. A View of the South Part of Lexington.” The engraving includes nine labels that explain the scene. Number 1 — “Colonel Smith’s Brigade retreating before the Provincials.” Number … Read more
This engraving was made by Amos Doolittle from an illustration done by landscape artist, Ralph Earl. The text at the top of the engraving says, “Plate III. The Engagement at the North Bridge in Concord.” The engraving includes three labels that explain the scene. Number 1 — “The detachment of the Regulars who fired first … Read more
This engraving was made by Amos Doolittle from an illustration done by landscape artist, Ralph Earl. The text at the top of the engraving says, “Plate II. A View of the Town of Concord.” The engraving includes seven labels that explain the scene. Number 1 — “Companies of the Regulars marching into Concord.” Number 2 … Read more
This engraving was made by Amos Doolittle from an illustration done by landscape artist, Ralph Earl. The text at the top of the engraving says, “The Battle of Lexington. April 19th, 1775. Plate I.” The engraving includes six labels that explain the scene. Number 1 — “Major Pitcarn, at the head of the Regular Granadiers.” … Read more
On February 22, 1775, General Thomas Gage issued orders to Brown and De Berniere to travel outside of Boston and make a map of the roads and landmarks. It is believed that this is the map they made, which was subsequently used to plan and carry out the British expedition that led to the Battle … Read more
