In recognition of National Hobby Month, we take a look at how art has helped preserve the story of the American Revolutionary War.
Art played a powerful role in shaping how the Revolution was remembered, interpreted, and shared with the public. Federal publications across agencies present this history through paintings, prints, portraits, and illustrations that depict key battles, notable figures, and important historic sites. Among the most prominent artists appearing in these works is John Blake White, a South Carolina native whose paintings include “General Marion Inviting a British Officer to Share His Meal,” “Sergeants Jasper and Newton Rescuing American Prisoners from the British,” and “The Battle of Fort Moultrie.” His artwork captures the bravery, hardship, and local stories that define the Revolutionary War in South Carolina.
The federal publications below highlight a wide range of Revolutionary War imagery, offering visual perspectives that connect modern readers with the people, places, and events that shaped the nation’s fight for independence.
