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America - Charles Lee Captured By The British
Major General Charles Lee is Captured By The British At Basking Ridge, New Jersey
12 December 1776
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12th 1776 Captured Captures Colonists Continental Independence Major Prisoners Redcoats Revolutionary Sabre December
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This evocative print captures the moment of Major General Charles Lee's surrender to the British Army during the American Revolutionary War on December 12, 1776. The scene takes place at Basking Ridge, New Jersey, where Lee and his Continental Army were encamped. With the American cause facing significant challenges, morale was low, and the Continental Army was in a precarious position. Lee, a respected military leader, had taken command of the Continental Army following the resignation of George Washington. However, his tactics and decisions during the Battle of Monmouth in June 1778 had left many questioning his abilities. As the British forces, led by General Cornwallis, advanced on Basking Ridge, Lee made the fateful decision to abandon his position and retreat. The print depicts Lee, dressed in his military uniform, being seized by British soldiers as he attempts to escape. Surrounded by Redcoats, Lee's horse rears up in fear, adding to the chaos of the scene. The Continental soldiers, seen in the background, are in disarray, with some attempting to mount their horses and flee while others surrender. The saber-wielding British soldiers, determined and focused, embody the power and might of the British Army. The contrast between the red uniforms of the Redcoats and the blue and buff uniforms of the Continental soldiers highlights the divide between the two forces. This print is a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War and the pivotal role that Major General Charles Lee played in the conflict. The 18th century scene is brought to life through the intricate details of the soldiers, their uniforms, and the horses, making it a captivating and historically significant piece.
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