1776 Collection (page 2)

Independence Declaration
The signing of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia

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King Louis XVI of France, in winter costume 1776 with the sash of the Order of the Holy Spirit
FLO4572266 King Louis XVI of France, in winter costume 1776 with the sash of the Order of the Holy Spirit. Handcoloured lithograph from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroix's Costumes Historique

Facsimile of the original draft of the Declaration of Independence (1776) with portraits of all the signatories
528287 Facsimile of the original draft of the Declaration of Independence (1776) with portraits of all the signatories surrounding it. Engraving c1896

The Fourth of July in Rome (litho)
8630441 The Fourth of July in Rome (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fourth of July in Rome)

Fourth of July Parade 1886 (Oil on canvas)
8766621 Fourth of July Parade 1886 (Oil on canvas) by Howland, Alfred Cornelius (1838-1909); 61x91.6 cm; High Museum of Art, Atlanta, Georgia, USA; © High Museum of Art .

18th century illustration showing a backstaff or English quadrant. 1776. The backstaff is a navigational instrument
5311564 18th century illustration showing a backstaff or English quadrant. 1776. The backstaff is a navigational instrument that was used to measure the altitude of a celestial body

American Declaration of Independence, 4 July 1776
530314 American Declaration of Independence, 4 July 1776.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Abraham Darby III's iron bridge across the Severn at Ironbridge, Coalbrookdale, England
530303 Abraham Darby III's iron bridge across the Severn at Ironbridge, Coalbrookdale, England. First iron bridge in world, built between 1776 and 1779

Paris Fashion, 1776. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs
1000924 Paris Fashion, 1776. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection.

King Louis XVI of France, costume of 1776 with sash of the Order of the Holy Spirit
FLO4572257 King Louis XVI of France, costume of 1776 with sash of the Order of the Holy Spirit. Handcoloured lithograph by Charles Breton after a portrait in Versailles from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka

Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1894), French chemist, demonstrating his discovery of oxygen, 1776
539933 Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1894), French chemist, demonstrating his discovery of oxygen, 1776. 1874 (engraving from Louis Figuier Vies des Savant Illustres du XVIIIe Siecle)

United States Declaration of Independence, authorised by (American) Continental Congress, 2 July 1776
528235 United States Declaration of Independence, authorised by (American) Continental Congress, 2 July 1776. With minor revisions released publicly on 4 July 1776.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Paris Fashion, 1776. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs
1000925 Paris Fashion, 1776. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection.

1776 - Retouching an Old Masterpiece - 1915, Life magazine cover, 1st July 1915 (colour litho)
3709799 1776 - Retouching an Old Masterpiece - 1915, Life magazine cover, 1st July 1915 (colour litho) by Stahr, Paul C. (1883-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Facsimile of the original draft of the Declaration of Independence (1776) in oval frame with medallions of the thirteen
528400 Facsimile of the original draft of the Declaration of Independence (1776) in oval frame with medallions of the thirteen original states, and portraits of John Hancock

Abraham Darby III's iron bridge across the Severn at Ironbridge, Coalbrookdale, England
530302 Abraham Darby III's iron bridge across the Severn at Ironbridge, Coalbrookdale, England. First iron bridge in world, built between 1776 and 1779

American Revolutionary War: American political man and commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American
ELD4847305 American Revolutionary War: American political man and commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War George Washington (1732-1799)

Wilanów Palace seen from the gardens, 1776. Creator: Bellotto, Bernardo (1720-1780)
Wilanow Palace seen from the gardens, 1776. Found in the Collection of the Royal Castle, Warsaw

Wilanow Palace as seen from the entrance, 1776. Creator: Bellotto, Bernardo (1720-1780)
Wilanow Palace as seen from the entrance, 1776. Found in the Collection of the Royal Castle, Warsaw

Stage design for the Opera "Alceste" by von Christoph Willibald Gluck, 1776. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Richmond Bridge, London
A painting which shows a gathering of people on boats and platforms of the River Thames, by the base of the 18th century stone arch structure of Richmond Bridge, dating from 1776

Three young princes, children of Ferdinand, duke of Parma
Giuseppe Baldrighi (1723-1803). Italian painter. Three young princes, the children of Ferdinand, duke of Parma, ca.1775-1776. San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Madrid. Spain. Date: 2019

The great Church at Calais, N. E
The great Church at Calais, N.E. Date: 1776

HMS Vulture - a Clydebank three funnel - 30 knot destroyer
Royal Navy - HMS Vulture, a Clydebank three funnel - 30 knot destroyer ordered under the 1895 - 1896 Naval Estimates. She was the fifth ship to carry this name since it was introduced in 1776 for a

The Retreat from Long island. Washington superintending the transfer of troops across the East River. Date: 1776

Boeing 737-322 N369UA (msn 24538 / 1776) on 1 October 1992. Date: 1992

George Washington Crossing the Delaware River, 25 December 1776. An incident in the Revolutionary War 1775-1783
528162 George Washington Crossing the Delaware River, 25 December 1776. An incident in the Revolutionary War 1775-1783 (American War of Independence) when George Washington (1732-1799)

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Europe, Russia, Suzdal. Church of the Resurrection at the Museum of wooden Architecture and Peasant Life. Date: 11/12/2008

The Reception of Indian Chiefs and Representatives by the Prince of Wales at the India Office, 4 July (litho)
1601461 The Reception of Indian Chiefs and Representatives by the Prince of Wales at the India Office, 4 July (litho) by Wilson

The Fourth of July, 1916 (oil on canvas)
CH328574 The Fourth of July, 1916 (oil on canvas) by Hassam, Childe Frederick (1859-1935); Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Fourth of July celebrations at Yapps Crossing (litho)
6001749 Fourth of July celebrations at Yapps Crossing (litho) by Gruelle, John B. (1880-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fourth of July celebrations at Yapps Crossing)

A View of the Herengracht overlooking Binnenamstel and the Nieuwe Herengracht, Amsterdam
1765109 A View of the Herengracht overlooking Binnenamstel and the Nieuwe Herengracht, Amsterdam, 1776 (Verre eglomise) by Zeuner

The Gloomy Days of 1776, (oil on canvas)
650998 The Gloomy Days of 1776, (oil on canvas) by Inness, George Snr. (1825-94); 122x167.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gloomy Days of 1776. George Inness, Sr. (1825-1894). Oil on canvas

John Constable, peintre de paysage, ne le 11 juin 1776, a East-Bergholt, dans le comte de Suffolk, mort a Londres
3644777 John Constable, peintre de paysage, ne le 11 juin 1776, a East-Bergholt, dans le comte de Suffolk, mort a Londres, le 30 mars 1837 (engraving) by French School

Page 1, Letter from Abigail Adams to John Adams, 31 March - 5 April 1776 (ink on paper)
3427857 Page 1, Letter from Abigail Adams to John Adams, 31 March - 5 April 1776 (ink on paper) by American School, (18th century); Massachusetts Historical Society, Boston, MA

Johann Christian Bach, 1776 (oil on canvas)
3499769 Johann Christian Bach, 1776 (oil on canvas) by Gainsborough, Thomas (1727-88); Museo internazionale e biblioteca della musica, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna

Fire-Works on the Night of the Fourth of July, 1868 (wood engraving)
3525771 Fire-Works on the Night of the Fourth of July, 1868 (wood engraving) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Harpers Weekly, Vol)

Drafting the Declaration of Independence in 1776, 1944 (oil on panel)
5455681 Drafting the Declaration of Independence in 1776, 1944 (oil on panel) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945); 58.4 x 76.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Committee of Five)

California: Mission San Juan Capistrano, founded 1776, south of Los Angeles (b / w photo)
6024750 California: Mission San Juan Capistrano, founded 1776, south of Los Angeles (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Colonies of North America at the Declaration of Independence (colour litho)
PNP468338 The Colonies of North America at the Declaration of Independence (colour litho) by Stanford, Edward (1827-1904); Private Collection; (add.info)

Marshal Joffre, General Pershing and President Poincare welcoming the first contingent of
1272764 Marshal Joffre, General Pershing and President Poincarewelcoming the first contingent of American troops to arrive in France, at the HA'tel des Invalides, Paris

Ann Brown and George Mattocks in the operatic version
Miss Ann Brown and Mr. George Mattocks in the characters of Miranda and Ferdinand in an operatic version of William Shakespeares The Tempest, Covent Garden Theatre, 1776

The Declaration of Independence, printed by Hugh Gaine, 1776 (printed ink on paper)
NYH182475 The Declaration of Independence, printed by Hugh Gaine, 1776 (printed ink on paper) by American School, (18th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Miss Ann Brown and Mr George Mattocks in the characters of Miranda and Ferdinand in an operatic version of William
6337690 Miss Ann Brown and Mr George Mattocks in the characters of Miranda and Ferdinand in an operatic version of William Shakespeares The Tempest, Covent Garden Theatre, 1776 by Grignion

Plate VIII (bird with cherries), 1776 (hand-coloured engraving)
986462 Plate VIII (bird with cherries), 1776 (hand-coloured engraving) by Brown, Peter (fl.1758-99); 29.2x23.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Plate VIII (bird with cherries)

Washington crossing the Delaware (engraving)
665016 Washington crossing the Delaware (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Washington crossing the Delaware)

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"1776: A Glimpse into the Birth of a Nation" In 1776, thirteen original colonies united in pursuit of liberty and independence. Betsy Ross, with her skilled hands, sewed the first American flag that would become a symbol of freedom. Henry Mosler's captivating painting immortalizes this historic moment. Page 2 holds Abigail Adams' heartfelt letter to John Adams, written with ink on paper. Her words reflect the courage and determination that fueled the revolutionary spirit during those turbulent times. A signed copy of the Declaration of Independence serves as a tangible reminder of July 4th, 1776 - when brave men put their names to paper and declared America's sovereignty. John Paul Jones received his commission as a US Navy captain through an important document that recognized his role in shaping naval warfare for years to come. The Battle of Long Island stands as a testament to the sacrifices made by patriots who fought valiantly for their newfound nation amidst adversity in New York during the Revolutionary War. The Pine Tree flag fluttered proudly during the American Revolution, representing resilience and unity among colonists striving for liberty against British rule. Thomas Paine's influential pamphlet "Common Sense, " showcased on John Adams' personal second edition title-page, ignited revolutionary fervor across America - its powerful ideas resonating still today. Eta Hoffmann's signature graces another treasured artifact from this era – reminding us that even beyond borders, people were inspired by America’s fight for freedom. Amidst all these historical milestones lies The Croton Flour Mills – George V. Hecker & Co. , which played its part in sustaining communities during these tumultuous times – nourishing both bodies and spirits alike with essential sustenance. These glimpses into 1776 offer us insight into an extraordinary period where dreams took shape and heroes emerged; they remind us why we cherish our hard-fought liberties today.