Continental Army Collection (page 5)

Digitally restored Revolutionary War painting of General George Washington and his men, triumphantly entering New York City as crowds cheer, November 25, 1783

Revolutionary War print showing the surrender of British troops
Vintage Revolutionary War print showing the surrender of British troops to General George Washington and the Continental Army

General George Washington at Trenton, 1792 (oil on canvas)
XOS909407 General George Washington at Trenton, 1792 (oil on canvas) by Trumbull, John (1756-1843); 235x160 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT

Portrait of Major General Charles C. Pinckney
XBP341806 Portrait of Major General Charles C. Pinckney by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Glover, from Gallery of Historical Portraits, published c. 1880 (litho)
KW327845 John Glover, from Gallery of Historical Portraits, published c.1880 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Glover (1732-97); American fisherman

William Smallwood, from Gallery of Historical Portraits, published c. 1880
KW327846 William Smallwood, from Gallery of Historical Portraits, published c.1880 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

GEORGE WASHINGTON, He was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, serving as the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War

GENERAL C. LEE was a British soldier who served as a General of the Continental Army during the American War of Independence, US, USA, 1870s engraving

George Washington at Princeton, 1779 (oil on canvas)
BAL28610 George Washington at Princeton, 1779 (oil on canvas) by Peale, Charles Willson (1741-1827); Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia

Moll Pitcher at the Battle of Monmouth, 28th June 1778, engraved by J. Rogers (engraving)
BAL111629 Moll Pitcher at the Battle of Monmouth, 28th June 1778, engraved by J. Rogers (engraving) (b&w photo) by Carter

USA, Virginia, Yorktown, Yorktown Victory Center, Continental Army encampment, artillery

GEORGE WASHINGTON, 1775. General George Washington taking command of the Continental Army on the Common at Cambridge, Massachusetts, 3 July 1775. Wood engraving, American, 1855

ARMY WAGON TRAIN. General George Washington and his staff welcoming a provision train of supplies for the Continental Army during the American Revolution

GEORGE WASHINGTON (1732-1799). First President of the United States. Washington receiving his commission, 1775. Wood engraving, 19th century

BARON FRIEDRICH von STEUBEN (1730-1794). American (Prussian-born) army officer. Autograph signature

ANTHONY WAYNE (1745-1796). American Revolutionary officer, known as Mad Anthony. Wood engraving, 19th century

MOLLY PITCHER (1754?-1832). Nee Mary McCauley. American Revolutionary heroine. At the Battle of Monmouth, 28 June 1778. Illustration by Percy Moran, c1911

ALEXANDER MARTIN (1740-1807). American soldier. Etching, 1888, by Albert Rosenthal

HENRY KNOX (1750-1806). American Revolutionary officer. Autograph signature

NATHANIEL GREENE (1742-1786). American Revolutionary officer. Oil on canvas by John Trumbull, 1792

HORATIO GATES (c1728-1806). American revolutionary officer. Oil on canvas by Charles Willson Peale, 1782

NATHANAEL GREENE, 1781. General Nathanael Greene (1742-1786) and his army successfully evading the British army by crossing the Dan River from North Carolina into Virginia, 15 February 1781

JOHN CHAMPE (1752-1798). Sergeant major in the Continental Army. Escape of Sergeant Champe from an American patrol, in order to fake his desertion

BENEDICT ARNOLD: TREASON. Proclamation by Benedict Arnold, issued in New York after his flight to British lines in 1780, urging members of the Continental Army to join his Majestys Arms

INSURANCE ADVERTISEMENT. The Continental Life Insurance Company of Hartford, Connecticut. Advertisement from an American magazine of 1871

CONTINENTAL TIRE AD, 1913. English newspaper advertisement, 1913

YORKTOWN: SURRENDER, 1781. The surrender of Lord Charles Cornwallis at Yorktown, Virginia, at the end of the American Revolutionary War, 19 October 1781

BATTLE OF STONY POINT, 1779. American troops under General Anthony Wayne surprising and capturing the British garrison at Stony Point, New York, on 16 July 1779

BATTLE OF LONG ISLAND, 1776. American soldiers attempting to retreat across Gowanus Creek during the Battle of Long Island, 27 August 1776. Wood engraving, American, 1877, after Felix O.C. Darley

VALLEY FORGE, 1777. General George Washington at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, 1777. Illustration by Percy Moran, c1911

YORKTOWN: SURRENDER, 1781. The British General Charles Cornwallis surrenders to American General George Washington at Yorktown, Virginia, ending fighting during the American Revolution

REVOLUTION: RECRUIT, 1777. The Recruit. A young man in a recruiting office of the 1st New Jersey Regiment of the Continental Army, near the encampment at Monmouth, New Jersey, 1777

REVOLUTIONARY WAR POSTER. Recruiting broadside with instructions for recruiting officers of the Continental Army in New York. Broadside, c1776

WILLIAM SMALLWOOD (1732-1792). American planter, soldier and statesman. Oil on canvas by James Harley after Charles Willson Peale, 18th century

SARATOGA: SURRENDER, 1777. The surrender of British General John Burgoyne (left) to General Horatio Gates of the Continental Army, at Saratoga, New York, 17 October 1777

BATTLE OF STONY POINT, 1779. Continental Army soldiers under General Anthony Wayne surprising and capturing the British garrison at Stony Point, New York, on 16 July 1779

Two pages from a 1794 edition of Baron Friedrich von Steubens army drill manual Regulations for the Order
VON STEUBEN DRILL MANUAL. Two pages from a 1794 edition of Baron Friedrich von Steubens army drill manual Regulations for the Order and Discipline of the Troops of the United States

A plan of the Siege of Yorktown, Virginia during the American Revolutionary War, 1781
SIEGE OF YORKTOWN, 1781. A plan of the Siege of Yorktown, Virginia during the American Revolutionary War, 1781

Two pages from the 1794 edition of Baron Friedrich von Steubens army drill manual Regulations for the Order
VON STEUBEN DRILL MANUAL. Two pages from the 1794 edition of Baron Friedrich von Steubens army drill manual Regulations for the Order and Discipline of the Troops of the United States

Battle of Virginia Capes between the French and English fleets, 5-10 September 1781
BATTLE OF VIRGINIA CAPES. Battle of Virginia Capes between the French and English fleets, 5-10 September 1781. The positions of the British and French fleets before the action

Plan of the two battles of Freemans Farm (Bemiss Heights) on Sept. 19 and Oct
BATTLE OF SARATOGA, 1777. Plan of the two battles of Freemans Farm (Bemiss Heights) on Sept. 19 and Oct. 7, 1977, prior to British General John Burgoynes surrender during the American Revolutionary

GENERAL C. LEE was a British soldier who served as a General of the Continental Army during the American War of Independence, US, USA, 1870s engraving

GEORGE WASHINGTON, He was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, serving as the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War

American physician and Revolutionary General. Drawing, 19th century
HUGH MERCER (1726-1777). American physician and Revolutionary General. Drawing, 19th century

An American General from the Revolutionary War. Line engraving from Barnards History of England, late 18th century
REVOLUTIONARY WAR GENERAL. An American General from the Revolutionary War. Line engraving from Barnards History of England, late 18th century

Map showing the situation of British and Continental Army forces in Pennsylvania, 1777, during the American Revolution
MAP: PENNSYLVANIA, 1777. Map showing the situation of British and Continental Army forces in Pennsylvania, 1777, during the American Revolution. Line engraving, 19th century

American Revolutionary soldier and statesman. Steel engraving, 1839, after a miniature by John Trumbull
THOMAS PINCKNEY (1750-1828). American Revolutionary soldier and statesman. Steel engraving, 1839, after a miniature by John Trumbull

Battle of Lexington, Massachusetts, 19 April 1775. Wood engraving, mid-19th century
BATTLE OF LEXINGTON, 1775. Battle of Lexington, Massachusetts, 19 April 1775. Wood engraving, mid-19th century

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"The Continental Army: Forging a Nation through Blood and Valor" The paintings and engravings of Howard Pyle, Alonzo Chappel, and William Tylee Ranney vividly capture the heroic struggles of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. These artworks serve as powerful reminders of the sacrifices made by these brave men who fought for independence. In Pyle's "The Nation Makers, " we witness the Battle of Brandywine in 1777. The canvas comes alive with soldiers engaged in fierce combat, highlighting their unwavering determination to secure liberty for future generations. Pyle's "Battle of Bunker Hill" transports us back to that fateful day in 1775 when American patriots valiantly defended their position against British forces. The painting immortalizes this iconic battle, symbolizing the spirit and resilience that defined the Continental Army. Chappel's colored engraving depicts an equally significant event -the retreat of British troops from Concord after facing fierce resistance on April 19th, 1775. This image captures a pivotal moment when American colonists stood up against tyranny, marking one step closer towards freedom. Hamilton at Yorktown is brought to life through Chappel's steel engraving. It portrays General Hamilton leading his troops during this decisive battle in 1781. This victory would ultimately lead to America securing its independence from Britain. Other notable battles are also depicted within these works – such as Long Island and Bennington – showcasing moments where American soldiers faced overwhelming odds but emerged victorious under leaders like John Stark and Israel Putnam. Ranney's steel engraving showcases Francis Marion crossing Pee Dee River with his men to harass British forces in South Carolina during the war. This daring act exemplifies guerrilla warfare tactics employed by resourceful American commanders throughout this conflict. These images remind us not only of our nation’s birth but also pay homage to those who risked everything for the ideals of freedom and liberty.