1908 Yorktown Surrender Cornwallis Postcard American Revolutionary War No. 38
$ 5.27
Description
1908 Yorktown Surrender Cornwallis Postcard American Revolutionary War No. 38. The scene is rich with historical detail, showcasing military uniforms, flags, and the somber atmosphere of a significant historical event. This exquisite vintage postcard captures a pivotal moment in American history: the "Parade at Yorktown" and the "Surrender of Cornwallis" in October 1781. The detailed illustration depicts General George Washington, flanked by American and French forces, receiving the surrender of British General Charles Cornwallis, effectively ending the major combat operations of the American Revolutionary War. The scene is rich with historical detail, showcasing military uniforms, flags, and the somber atmosphere of a significant historical event. Published in 1908 by the American History Art Publishing Co. of New York City and St. Louis, this card is part of their "Colonial Heroes" series, specifically No. 38. The vibrant color printing, likely a chromolithograph, brings the historical scene to life with a painterly quality, framed by an ornate decorative border. The reverse of the postcard indicates it was authorized by the Act of Congress of May 19, 1898, placing it firmly in the collectible era of early American postcards, before the widespread adoption of the divided back. This piece is a remarkable historical artifact, perfect for collectors of Americana, Revolutionary War memorabilia, or vintage postcards.
