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WASHINGTON BURNING, 1814. Washingtonians fleeing the city during the burning of the White House
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WASHINGTON BURNING, 1814. Washingtonians fleeing the city during the burning of the White House
WASHINGTON BURNING, 1814.
Washingtonians fleeing the city during the burning of the White House and the Capitol by the British on 24 August 1814. Illustration by Joseph Boggs Beale
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This print titled "WASHINGTON BURNING, 1814" takes us back to a moment of chaos and destruction in American history. The image captures the dramatic scene of Washingtonians fleeing their beloved city during the burning of the White House and Capitol by British forces on August 24,1814. Illustrated by Joseph Boggs Beale, this artwork vividly portrays the early morning mayhem as men, women, and even a goat scramble to escape the impending danger. Thick smoke billows from the buildings engulfed in flames while people run frantically through streets filled with panic and fear. The illustration serves as a powerful reminder of the devastating consequences brought upon by war. It showcases not only physical destruction but also captures the emotional turmoil experienced by those forced to abandon their homes and belongings. In this historic moment captured within these lines, we witness both resilience and vulnerability. Amidst chaos, there is an undeniable spirit of survival as individuals strive to rescue themselves from imminent danger. As we gaze at this print, let us reflect on our shared history and appreciate how far we have come since that fateful day in 1814. May it serve as a reminder that unity can triumph over adversity – even in times when darkness threatens to consume all light.
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