The Taking of Major André by the Incorruptible Paulding, Williams and Vanvert 1812

Created in 1812 by T.W. Freeman, *The Taking of Major André by the Incorruptible Paulding, Williams and Vanvert* depicts a pivotal moment in the American Revolutionary War. This black and white print, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, captures the arrest of British Major John André by American militia members John Paulding, David Williams, and Isaac Van Wart. The artwork portrays the moment of discovery, with the men holding André and his horse, while a nearby farmhouse and tree add context to the scene. The image celebrates the American patriots who thwarted a potential British victory.