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Carter, D. M., 1827-1881 The Battle of New Orleans

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08878.0042 Author/Creator: Carter, D. M., 1827-1881 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Engraving Date: 1856 Pagination: 1 print : b&w Height: 27.1 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

One engraving entitled, "The Battle of New Orleans" dated 1856. Depicts combat between US and British forces during the battle of New Orleans, January 8, 1815. United States forces, led by Andrew Jackson won a stunning victory over larger British forces. Engraved by Thomas Phillibrown after a painting by D.M. Carter.

Carter, D. M., 1827-1881
Phillibrown, Thomas, 1834-1860
Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845

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