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America - Surrender of Fort William and Mary
Surrender of Fort William and Mary, 14th December 1774. Patriot raid of British fort for military supplies after British export ban on arms and gunpowder to America. American Revolution. Date: 1774
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This evocative image captures the pivotal moment of the Surrender of Fort William and Mary on December 14, 1774, during the early stages of the American Revolution. The patriots, determined to secure military supplies after the British ban on exporting arms and gunpowder to America, launched a daring raid on this strategic British fort. In the foreground, we see the British Commander, Captain John Cochran, dressed in a red coat and waistcoat, solemnly handing over his sword to the American leader, John Langdon, symbolizing the surrender of the fort. Langdon, wearing a tricorn hat and a frock coat, stands confidently, accepting the sword with a determined expression. The fort, located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, was a crucial stronghold for the British, and its surrender marked a significant victory for the American cause. The event is considered a precursor to the Battles of Lexington and Concord, which ignited the full-blown American Revolutionary War. This image, taken from the 18th century, offers a glimpse into the tense political climate of the time, as the American colonies sought to assert their independence from British rule. The image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and struggles that shaped the history of America and led to its eventual independence.
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