Surrender of Lord Cornwallis

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Surrender of Lord Cornwallis

Surrender of Lord Charles, Marquis of Cornwallis at the Siege of Yorktown, Virginia on October 19th 1781 with Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de Lafayette (1757-1834) George Washington (1732-1799) Benjamin Lincoln (1733-1810). By this event, the clouds of war were broken, and the dawn of Peace burst forth like the light of a clear morning after a night of tempest and woe. Date: Oct. 19th 1781

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Benjamin Cornwallis Gilbert La Fayette Lincoln Marie Marquis Motier Roch Siege Surrender Virginia Washington Yorktown Yves

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This evocative print commemorates the momentous Surrender of Lord Cornwallis at the Siege of Yorktown on October 19, 1781. The scene captures the unconditional surrender of British General Charles, Marquis Cornwallis (1738-1805) to the combined forces of the American Continental Army, led by General George Washington (1732-1799), and the French Army, represented by the Marquis de Lafayette (1757-1834). With the clouds of war finally breaking, the dawn of peace emerged, bringing hope and relief after years of conflict. Standing prominently in the foreground, Washington and Lafayette, two pivotal figures in the American Revolution, witness the formal surrender ceremony. Cornwallis, in his red military coat, is seen bowing before the victorious generals, symbolizing the end of British military presence in the colonies. Benjamin Lincoln (1733-1810), the American general who led the final assault on Yorktown, is also present, marking the culmination of his military career. This significant event, which took place in Yorktown, Virginia, marked a turning point in the American Revolution, ultimately leading to the Treaty of Paris in 1783, which officially ended the war and recognized the United States as an independent nation. The print, with its intricate details and historical significance, serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and triumphs that shaped the history of the United States.

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