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USN 900376 The Anniversary of the Battle of Yorktown and the surrender of Lord Cornwallis.

The Anniversary of the Battle of Yorktown and the surrender of Lord Cornwallis.
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Title: The Anniversary of the Battle of Yorktown and the surrender of Lord Cornwallis.
Caption: Ceremonies attending the One Hundredth Anniversary of the Battle of Yorktown and the Surrender of Lord Cornwallis, Oct 13-21, 1888. President Chester A. Arthur and cabinet were present; French Minister M. Max Outrey, Marquis De Rochambeau and Barron Steuben made brief addresses. Carl Shurtz and Prof. Elie Charlier of New York made addresses in Commemoration of part taken by French and German Allies; Robert C. Winthrop gave a Historical Oration; Senator J.W. Johnston was chairman of Congressional Committee.
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Catalog #: USN 900376
Copyright Owner: National Archives
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Original Medium: BW Photo
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