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EVRV2D-00114
French soldier cleaning his musket at a reenactment on the Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia.
Digital photograph of a National Park Service event at Yorktown Battlefield on the 225th anniversary of the surrender
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
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1700s 1781 18th Century Alliance Ally American Revolution Army Battle Battle Field Battle Of Yorktown Camp Chore Flintlock French Hand Infantry Living History Military Musket National Park Revolution Revolutionary War Soldier Uniform Virginia Weapon Yorktown
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This photo print, titled EVRV2D-00114, captures a moment of historical significance on the Yorktown Battlefield in Virginia. The image showcases a French soldier meticulously cleaning his musket during a reenactment event organized by the National Park Service to commemorate the 225th anniversary of the surrender. The photograph transports us back to the 18th century, immersing us in an era defined by military valor and revolutionary fervor. Dressed in an authentic American uniform from that time period, this soldier stands as a symbol of alliance between France and America during the Revolutionary War. As he diligently tends to his weapon, we can almost feel the weight of history hanging heavy in the air. The camp surrounding him evokes images of soldiers preparing for battle and strategizing their next move. It is within these hallowed grounds that one can truly appreciate how pivotal events like the Battle of Yorktown shaped North America's destiny. The musket itself serves as a powerful reminder of warfare techniques employed during those times - its flintlock mechanism representing both progress and danger. This living history portrayal offers viewers an opportunity to reflect upon our nation's past struggles for independence and freedom. Preserved within this single frame is not just an exquisite piece of art but also a testament to human resilience and sacrifice. It reminds us that behind every historic milestone lies countless individuals who fought valiantly for what they believed in – forever etching their names into our shared heritage.
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