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This representation of the U.S. Frigate Constitution, Isaac Hull, Esqr., commander, capturing his Britannic Majesty's frigate Guerriere, James R. Dacres, Esqr., commander; ... / painted by T. Birch A.C.S.A. ; engraved by C. Tiebout A.C.S.A.

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This representation of the U.S. Frigate Constitution, Isaac Hull, Esqr., commander, capturing his Britannic Majesty's frigate Guerriere, James R. Dacres, Esqr., commander; ... / painted by T. Birch A.C.S.A. ; engraved by C. Tiebout A.C.S.A.

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Print shows the Constitution, in the background, firing on the wreckage of the HMS Guerriere, the last remaining mast is falling, in the aftermath of the battle between the two ships. Includes additional text about the battle and a remarque showing bust portrait of Isaac Hull.
600 U.S. Copyright Office.

Caption continues: is respectfully inscribed to Capt. Isaac Hull, his officers and gallant crew by their devoted humble servant, James Webster.
Entered according to Act of Congress the 5th day of August 1813 by James Webster of the State of Pennsylvania.
Reference copy filed in LOT 4413-A.

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01/01/1813
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Tiebout, Cornelius, 1777-1832, engraver
Birch, Thomas, 1779-1851, artist
Webster, James, 1776?-1851, publisher
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Library of Congress
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