This is a copy of a lithograph that was gathered as part of the George Washington Bicentennial Commission in 1931-1932. The Commission’s purpose was to celebrate the birth and accomplishments of Washington, and to collect, preserve, and publish writings, artworks, and photographs pertinent to his life and times.
Surrender of the Hessian Troops to General Washington After the Battle of Trenton
- 12/1776 (artwork 1850)
Description
This primary source comes from the Records of Commissions of the Legislative Branch.
National Archives Identifier: 532880
Full Citation: Photograph 148-GW-332; Surrender of the Hessian Troops to General Washington, after The Battle of Trenton. December 1776. Copy of lithograph, 1850; 12/1776 (artwork 1850); The George Washington Bicentennial Commission, 1931 – 1932; Records of Commissions of the Legislative Branch, Record Group 148; National Archives at College Park, College Park, MD. [Online Version, https://docsteach.org/document/surrender-hessian-troops/, December 9, 2025]
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