Thirteen Colonies Collection

Thirteen original colonies in 1776
American colonies at the outbreak of the Revolution. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

The Mayflower on Her Arrival at Plymouth Harbor, 1882. Creator: Halsall, William Formby
The Mayflower on Her Arrival at Plymouth Harbor, 1882. Found in the Collection of Pilgrim Hall Museum

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Map of the United States at the close of the American Revolution, 1783. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

COLONIAL AMERICA MAP. A map of the thirteen original American colonies, mid-18th century. Line engraving, late 19th century

The First Thanksgiving at Plymouth, 1914. Creator: Brownscombe, Jennie Augusta (1850-1936)
The First Thanksgiving at Plymouth, 1914. Private Collection

The death of General Braddock (engraving)
7239641 The death of General Braddock (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of General Braddock during the disastrous Braddock expedition)

Betsy Ross, c. 1930 (photomechanical print)
5854064 Betsy Ross, c.1930 (photomechanical print) by Ferris, Jean Leon Gerome (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

Franklins return to Philadelphia, c. 1930 (photomechanical print)
5854068 Franklins return to Philadelphia, c.1930 (photomechanical print) by Ferris, Jean Leon Gerome (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Portrait of Captain John Smith, Admiral of New England (engraving)
619420 The Portrait of Captain John Smith, Admiral of New England (engraving) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info.: John Smith (1579-1631)

Washingtons inauguration at Philadelphia, c. 1930 (photomechanical print)
5854069 Washingtons inauguration at Philadelphia, c.1930 (photomechanical print) by Ferris, Jean Leon Gerome (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

Writing the Declaration of Independence, c. 1930 (photomechanical print)
5854062 Writing the Declaration of Independence, c.1930 (photomechanical print) by Ferris, Jean Leon Gerome (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

Declaration of the Independence of the United States, (1776), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Declaration of the Independence of the United States, (1776), 1890. United States Declaration of Independence, 1776 at Pennsylvania State House (now known as Independence Hall) in Philadelphia

Map of North America, Illustrating the American War of Independence, c1785, (1890). The American Revolutionary War (1775-1783)

FRONTIER TRADING POST, 1785. A Native American trading fur for guns at a frontier trading post, 1785. Drawing by C.W. Jefferys

COLONIAL SCHOOLHOUSE. Interior of an 18th century colonial American one-room schoolhouse: drawing, 1876

The death of General Braddock during the disastrous Braddock expedition, aka Braddocks campaign or Braddocks Defeat, a failed British military expedition which tried to capture the French Fort

COLONIAL CLOTH MAKERS. Carding, spinning, and weaving woolen cloth in an 18th century American household. Drawing, 19th century

THOMPSON: IMMIGRANTS. The Immigrants, by Ellen Bernard Thompson. Oil on canvas, 1899

COLONIAL DUCKING STOOL. Punishment by the ducking stool in colonial America inflicted on a woman guilty of offence with the tongue. Engraving, 19th century

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Map showing land claims of the 13 original states in 1783. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

FRANKLIN: NOTES, c1775. Benjamin Franklins marginal notes in a political pamphlet about taxation in the American colonies

FIRE ENGINE, 1760. A colonial American fire engine in operation. Woodcut from a broadside of 1760

COLONIAL BANK. A counting room in colonial America. Pen-and-ink drawing, c1879

COLONIAL SPINNER, 18th C. Spinning at the hearth of a colonial American home. Illustration by C.W. Jefferys

COLONIAL SPINNER. Spinning at the hearth of a colonial American home in the 18th century. Drawing by C.W. Jefferys

FLAG: BETSY ROSS, 1777. Betsy Ross or popular version of U. S. Flag
FLAG: BETSY ROSS, 1777. Betsy Ross or popular version of U.S. Flag

A chart of the east coast of America and the Gulf Stream, printed by Benjamin Franklin, 1786
GULF STREAM CHART, 1786. A chart of the east coast of America and the Gulf Stream, printed by Benjamin Franklin, 1786

Girls in colonial America listening to an outdoor political discussion. Illustration, 1901, by Howard Pyle
COLONIAL DISCUSSION. Girls in colonial America listening to an outdoor political discussion. Illustration, 1901, by Howard Pyle

An early 19th century chart of the Gulf Stream according to the discoveries and writings of Benjamin Franklin
GULF STREAM CHART. An early 19th century chart of the Gulf Stream according to the discoveries and writings of Benjamin Franklin

A colonial American apothecary: colored line engraving, late 18th century
COLONIAL APOTHECARY, 18th C. A colonial American apothecary: colored line engraving, late 18th century

First American political cartoon, originally published by Benjamin Franklin in his Pennsylvania Gazette, 1754
JOIN OR DIE CARTOON, 1754. First American political cartoon, originally published by Benjamin Franklin in his Pennsylvania Gazette, 1754

The seal of Pennsylvania, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution
PENNYSLVANIA STATE SEAL. The seal of Pennsylvania, one of the original Thirteen States, at the time of the American Revolution

Variant of the first Navy Jack, 1775
FLAG: DON T TREAD ON ME. Variant of the first Navy Jack, 1775

Line engraving, 1795, from John Trumbulls M Fingal, a satire on British blunders during the American Revolution
TRUMBULL: M FINGAL, 1795. Line engraving, 1795, from John Trumbulls M Fingal, a satire on British blunders during the American Revolution

FRONTIER FAMILY, 1755. A family of American colonists fleeing eastward in response to Native American attacks upon their frontier settlement (in Pennsylvania, Maryland, or Virginia), late 1755

MAP: COLONIAL AMERICA. A map of the thirteen original American colonies and neighboring French and Spanish colonial possessions, mid-18th century. Line engraving, late 19th century

COLONIAL LAUNDRESS. A colonial American laundress. English line engraving after an illustration by Hugh Thompson, 1894

SALZBURG EMIGRANTS, 1732. Lutherans from Salzburg, Austria, emigrating to the North American colonies in 1732, after being expelled by the Catholic archbishop. Line engraving, 19th century

COLONIAL FARMING. A farmer and his family harvesting in 18th century colonial America. Wood engraving, 19th century

COLONIAL WATERMAN, 18th C. A colonial American waterman. Line engraving, late 18th century

COLONIAL CURRIER, 18th C. A colonial American currier. Color line engraving, late 18th century

COLONIAL BANK. An Old Time Counting-Room. Colonial American bank. Engraving, 1879

COLONIAL STONEMASON, 18th C. A colonial American stonemason: line engraving, late 18th century

COLONIAL WHEELWRIGHT. A colonial American wheelwright. Engraving, late 18th century

COLONIAL FARM SITE, 18TH C. An 18th century newly-cleared American farm site. Colored engraving, c1800

COLONIAL ASSEMBLY. A colonial American town meeting. Colored line engraving from John Trumbulls M Fingal, 1795

COLONIAL TRANSPORTATION. Travelling through the wilderness of 17th century America on foot, on horseback, and by sedan chair: colored engraving, early 19th century

COLONIAL HATTER. A colonail American hatter: colored line engraving, late 18th century

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"The Thirteen Colonies: Tracing the Birth of a Nation" In 1776, the thirteen original American colonies stood united, marking a pivotal moment in history. The Mayflower's arrival at Plymouth Harbor in 1620 symbolized the beginning of their journey towards independence. With its iconic image captured by William Formby Halsall in 1882, we are reminded of the bravery and determination that brought them to these shores. A mid-18th-century map showcases the vastness and diversity of Colonial America. From New England to Georgia, each colony had its own unique character and played a vital role in shaping our nation's identity. Jennie Augusta Brownscombe's painting immortalizes The First Thanksgiving at Plymouth in 1914, reminding us of unity amidst adversity. The death of General Braddock serves as a somber reminder of the sacrifices made during this era. Betsy Ross' contribution is celebrated through her c. 1930 photomechanical print; she sewed our first flag with love and pride. Benjamin Franklin's return to Philadelphia further highlights his immense influence on colonial society. Captain John Smith, depicted in an engraving as Admiral of New England, embodies exploration and leadership during this time period. George Washington's inauguration at Philadelphia captures the birth of our young nation under his guidance. Finally, writing the Declaration of Independence was an act that forever changed history - a monumental event depicted beautifully in another c. 1930 photomechanical print. The Declaration itself stands as an enduring testament to freedom and equality for all people. These historical moments shaped not only our past but also laid down foundations for future generations to build upon - inspiring us even today as we strive for progress and unity within our great nation.