Framed Retreat of the British from Concord by Alonzo Chappel

Product Overview:

• Proudly handmade in the USA
• Wood frame with mat, glass front, paper duster backing with wire hanger
• Museum quality Giclee digital print using archival paper and inks 
• Standard size frame measures approx. 24" wide x 17" tall
• Poster size frame measures approx. 36" wide x 26" tall

Product Details:

Retreat of the British from Concord by Alonzo Chappel depicts a key moment from the early days of the American Revolution. It illustrates the chaotic withdrawal of British troops after the battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775, the first military engagements of the war. The British had marched to Concord to seize colonial military supplies but were met with resistance from American militiamen (Minutemen). After a skirmish at Concord’s North Bridge, the British realized they were outnumbered and outmaneuvered. The American militia harassed the British Redcoats along their retreat to Boston, using guerrilla tactics, sniping from behind trees, stone walls, and buildings. The retreat turned into a desperate struggle as British casualties mounted, with Patriots swarming from all sides. The British lost 73 killed, 174 wounded, and 26 missing, while the Patriots had 49 killed and 41 wounded.