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General Washington, 1780 circa (engraving)
5919878 General Washington, 1780 circa (engraving) by Trumbull, John (1756-1843); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: General Washington, 1780 circa.
Engraving after John Trumbull, 1780 circa
Washington was a wealthy landowner from the colony of Virginia. He served in the colonial militia during the Seven YearsA War (1756-1763) and later tried unsuccessfully to obtain a regular commission in the British Army. From 1758 onwards he served in VirginiaAs House of Burgesses (the colonyAs legislative body).
With his military and political experience, and his known opposition to British policies in America, Washington was an obvious choice to command the Continental Army during the American War of Independence (1775-1783). Although not a natural battlefield commander, his experience enabled Washington to hold his army together long enough to force the British government to abandon the war.
Washington was widely admired in Britain, where newspapers regularly praised his personal qualities. In 1789 he was elected the first President of the United States of America.); eNational Army Museum; American, out of copyright
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This print showcases General Washington, circa 1780, in an engraving by John Trumbull. The image can be found at the National Army Museum in London and depicts a distinguished and resolute figure. General Washington's journey to becoming one of America's most iconic leaders is highlighted within this engraving. Hailing from Virginia, he was initially a wealthy landowner who served in the colonial militia during the Seven Years' War. Despite his attempts to secure a commission in the British Army, he ultimately found himself serving in Virginia's House of Burgesses. With his military expertise and political acumen, Washington emerged as an obvious choice to lead the Continental Army during the American War of Independence. Although not naturally inclined towards battlefield command, his experience allowed him to unite and inspire his troops long enough to compel Britain into abandoning their efforts. Even across the Atlantic Ocean, Washington garnered admiration from British citizens who regularly praised his personal qualities through newspaper articles. In 1789, he made history by being elected as America's first President. This remarkable print serves as a testament to General Washington's enduring legacy as both a military leader and statesman. It captures his unwavering determination that played an instrumental role in shaping America's destiny during its formative years.
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