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EVRV2D-00190
Continental Army reenactors firing a cannon at Yorktown battlefield, Virginia.
Digital photograph of a National Park Service living history 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
Media ID 5876744
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1700s 1781 18th Century American Revolution Army Artillery Battle Battle Field Battle Of Yorktown Cannon Ceremony Colonial Colonist Continental Continental Army Living History Military National Park Revolution Revolutionary War Siege Smoke Soldier Surrender Uniform Virginia Weapon Yorktown
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled EVRV2D-00190, transports viewers back in time to the historic Yorktown Battlefield in Virginia. The image captures a momentous National Park Service living history event commemorating the 225th anniversary of the surrender. Standing proudly in their meticulously recreated Continental Army uniforms, reenactors are seen firing a cannon amidst billowing clouds of smoke. The scene is reminiscent of an 18th-century siege, with its vintage weaponry and military precision. It serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by American soldiers during the Revolutionary War. The colonial setting further enhances the authenticity and historical significance of this photograph. As we gaze upon this snapshot from our nation's past, we cannot help but feel a sense of awe and admiration for those brave men who fought on these very grounds over two centuries ago. The battle at Yorktown was a turning point in American history, marking a crucial victory for independence against British rule. Through this evocative image, we are transported to that pivotal moment when freedom hung in the balance. It serves as both a testament to our shared heritage and an invitation to delve deeper into our nation's rich history. With every detail carefully captured by North Wind Picture Archives, this print not only preserves but also celebrates our collective memory. It stands as a poignant reminder that it is through understanding our past that we can truly appreciate how far we have come as Americans today.
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