Gen. Marion in his swamp encampment inviting a British offic
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Gen. Marion in his swamp encampment inviting a British offic
Gen. Marion in his swamp encampment inviting a British officer to dinner. Date 1840
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Dinner Encampment Inviting Marion Off Ice Swamp
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures General Francis Marion, the legendary 'Swamp Fox' of the American Revolution, extending an invitation to a British officer for an evening meal at his hidden swamp encampment. The year is 1780, and the American forces, under Marion's command, are waging a guerrilla war against the British in the South Carolina lowcountry. Marion's ability to elude his enemies in the swamps and marshes of the region earned him his nickname and made him a thorn in the side of the British army. In this scene, Marion, dressed in his military uniform, sits at a makeshift table, a steaming pot of stew simmering on a nearby fire. The general's expression is calm and inviting, as he extends a hand towards the British officer, who stands at attention, his sword at his side. The officer, dressed in the red coat and white breeches of the British army, looks cautiously at Marion, unsure of the motives behind the invitation. The swampy landscape surrounding the encampment is depicted in rich detail, with towering trees, winding creeks, and a dense undergrowth of vegetation. The dim light filtering through the trees creates an atmosphere of mystery and intrigue, as if the viewer has stumbled upon a secret gathering. This print, created in 1840, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the American Revolution, a time of great upheaval and change in American history. The image of Marion, the cunning and resourceful commander, extending an olive branch to his enemy, highlights the complexities and nuances of the conflict, and the human element that often lies beneath the surface of historical events.
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