Lord Stirling Leading An Attack Against the British in Order to Buy Time for Other Troops to Retreat at the Battle of Long Island, 1776. 1858

Alonzo Chappel’s 1858 painting, *Lord Stirling Leading An Attack Against the British in Order to Buy Time for Other Troops to Retreat at the Battle of Long Island, 1776*, depicts a pivotal moment in the American Revolutionary War. The painting captures the chaos and intensity of the battle, with soldiers clashing in the foreground and smoke billowing in the distance. The artist’s meticulous detail allows viewers to imagine the sounds and sensations of battle. The painting captures the heroism of Lord Stirling, who bravely led the attack to allow his troops to retreat. The scene is a testament to the courage and determination of the American soldiers during the Revolution.