ARTIST: Robert Dodd
PUBLISHER: Published for Raymond's History of England. Engraved by Cook.
MEDIUM: Copper plate engraving,
DATE: 1784
EDITION SIZE: Plate size 9 7/8 x 6 1/2" (25 x 16.7 cm) plus title and margins.
DESCRIPTION: Major John Andre 1750-1780, was an English officer, Clinton's adjutant and Benedict Arnold's contact. After a meeting with Arnold, Andre was caught behind the lines by a group of militiamen commanded by John Paulding. He was in civilian clothes with a pass from Arnold, the plans to West Point and other incriminating paperwork were found in his boot. Arnold heard of Andre's capture and fled. Major John Andre was hanged as a spy October 2, 1780.
ADDITIONAL INFO: Borders and margins have been trimmed almost entirely, title "Major John Andre" has been removed and reattached closer to image.
CONDITION: Good condition. Drum mounted. Black & white.
REFERENCE: Cresswell #8
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