Photographic Print : American Privateer / 1776
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American Privateer / 1776
An American privateer captures a British vessel
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Media ID 618341
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1776 Captures Pirates Privateer
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite selection of photographic prints from the Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, titled "American Privateer / 1776," depicts a pivotal moment in American history as an American privateer successfully captures a British vessel during the Revolutionary War. With stunning detail and authenticity, this print transports you back in time, making it an essential addition to any history-lovers' collection. Order now and relive the past with our premium-quality photographic prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19cm x 27.9cm (7.5" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 27.9cm (8.5" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
A Moment of Triumph - An American Privateer Seizes a British Vessel in 1776
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the spirit of the American Revolution as a brave privateer, clad in the distinctive blue and buff uniform of the Continental Army, stands triumphantly on the deck of his prize: a captured British vessel. The privateer, his face etched with determination and resolve, raises a hand in a gesture of victory as his crew, dressed in various stages of battle readiness, look on with a mix of excitement and relief. The year is 1776, and the American Revolution is in full swing. Privateers, authorized by the Continental Congress to raid British merchant ships and seize their cargo, played a crucial role in the war effort by weakening the British economy and providing much-needed supplies to the American forces. This daring act of maritime warfare was a dangerous and lucrative endeavor, with privateers often facing formidable opposition from the well-equipped and experienced British Navy. The American privateer in this print, his eyes fixed on the horizon, embodies the courage and determination of the men who risked their lives to defend their new nation. The captured British vessel, its sails lowered and its cannons silenced, serves as a testament to the ingenuity and tenacity of the American forces. The waters around them, churning with the waves, reflect the uncertainty and turmoil of the time, as the course of history hung in the balance. This powerful image, from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of revolution and upheaval, when the fate of a nation was decided on the high seas. It is a reminder of the pivotal role that privateers played in the American Revolution and the indomitable spirit of the men who fought for their freedom and their country.
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