Crossing The Allegheny River In 1753 With His Guide Christopher Gist Extremely Rare.

Artist: After Daniel Huntington
Print Type: Engraving
Date: Circa 1840
Dimensions: 6 x 8 1/4"
Subject: American Views Scenery

Notes & Literature: George Washington (pictured as a 21-year-old Major and newly appointed adjutant of the VA colony's southern district) and Christopher Gist (surveyor), crossing the Allegheny River on a raft using tree branches as poles; shoreline with trees in background, and distant hills. (Christopher Gist accompanied Washington in Dec. of 1753 on his way to report to Gov. Dinwiddie with the French refusal to leave the Ohio Valley. They constructed a raft to cross the ice clogged Allegheny River but abandonded the raft and waded to a small island. The next morning, the river was frozen and they were able to walk to safety and continue.) This image is attributed to painter, Daniel Huntington (1816-1906).

Condition Report: Some toning light foxing.

Subject References: 19th century prints engravings United States Historical History