“The Battle of Princeton” by James Peale, ca. 1782

“The Battle of Princeton” by James Peale, ca. 1782

The Battle of Princeton was a painting created by James Peale in 1782 to portray the Battle of Princeton that took place on the nights of January 2-3, 1777. James Peale fought under Washington’s Continental Army in the American Revolution against the British alongside...
“Battle of Paoli” by Xavier della Gatta

“Battle of Paoli” by Xavier della Gatta

Battle of Paoli             The Battle of Paoli took place on September 20th, 1777, in Paoli, Pennsylvania. What happened was the British, led by General Charles Grey, invaded the enemies’ camp during the American Revolutionary War against General Anthony Wayne. This...
The Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence was adopted by the newly formed United States on July 4th, 1776. This document was drafted by five delegates appointed to the task by the Continental Congress. It was finally adopted once fifty-six signers from across the colonies...
The Battle of Monmouth, New Jersey, on June 28, 1778

The Battle of Monmouth, New Jersey, on June 28, 1778

On June 28, 1778, an indecisive engagement ensued between the American forces under General George Washington, and the British army under General Sir Henry Clinton. This battle could have been a “disastrous defeat” if General George Washington did not take control of...