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Father Hennepin leaving the Mississippi to Join la Salle, May 8th 1680
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Father Hennepin leaving the Mississippi to Join la Salle, May 8th 1680
5857891 Father Hennepin leaving the Mississippi to Join la Salle, May 8th 1680, 1847-48 (oil on canvas) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); 37.8x56.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: Father Louis Hennepin (1626-1704) Belgian priest sent with two others by Lasalle as an advance party to search for the Mississippi River. They followed the Illinois River to its junction with the Mississippi, were captured by a Sioux war party but rejoined the expedition on the Illinois
Henri de Tonti (1649/50-1704) Italian lieutenant to Rene-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle (1643-87) French explorer and fur trader in North America); American, out of copyright
Media ID 23289012
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American Indian Americas Amerindian Canoe Expansion Illinois Indigenous Land Lasalle Mississippi Native America Native American Indian North North American Indian Settler Territorial Tonti Tonty Tribe
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The captivating painting "Father Hennepin leaving the Mississippi to Join la Salle, May 8th 1680" by George Catlin takes us back in time to a significant moment in American history. The artwork depicts Father Louis Hennepin, a Belgian priest, departing from the mighty Mississippi River to join French explorer Rene-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle on his expedition. In this scene, we witness the courage and determination of these early explorers as they navigate through unfamiliar territories. Father Hennepin and his companions had embarked on a mission to search for the elusive Mississippi River. Following the Illinois River's course until it met with the great Mississippi, their journey was not without challenges. Captured by a Sioux war party along their way, they faced adversity but managed to rejoin La Salle's expedition later on. This painting captures both the beauty of nature and the spirit of exploration that characterized this era. Catlin's attention to detail brings life to this historical event. From the intricate depiction of Native American tribesmen observing from afar to Henri de Tonti accompanying Father Hennepin on his departure, every element tells a story. Displayed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, this masterpiece serves as a reminder of our nation's rich heritage and pays homage to those who paved the way for future generations.
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