The Philadelphia Grays' Collection of Official Reports of Brigadier-General George Cadwalader's Services During the Campaign of 1847, in Mexico

The Philadelphia Grays' Collection of Official Reports of Brigadier-General George Cadwalader's Services During the Campaign of 1847, in Mexico

Author: Pennsylvania Artillery Philadelphia

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781020754418

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This fascinating historical document offers a detailed account of the services rendered by Brigadier-General George Cadwalader during the American campaign in Mexico. Compiled by members of the Pennsylvania Artillery's famed Philadelphia Grays regiment, this collection of official reports offers a firsthand glimpse into the strategy, tactics, and triumphs of one of America's most influential military leaders. A must-read for anyone interested in American military history or the Mexican-American War! This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.


United States Senate Catalogue of Fine Art

United States Senate Catalogue of Fine Art

Author: Diane K. Skvarla

Publisher: Government Printing Office

Published: 2005-08

Total Pages: 514

ISBN-13:

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The U.S. Capitol abounds in magnificent art that rivals its exterior architectural splendor. The fine art held by the U.S. Senate comprises much of this treasured heritage. It spans over 200 years of history & contains works by such celebrated artists as Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Hiram Powers, Daniel Chester French, Charles Willson Peale, Gilbert Stuart, Walker Hancock, & Alexander Calder. This volume provides previously unpublished information on the 160 paintings & sculptures in the U.S. Senate. Each work of art -- from portraiture of prominent senators to scenes depicting significant events in U.S. history -- is illus. with a full-page color photo, accompanied by an essay & secondary images that place the work in historical & aesthetic context.