Centennial Lovett Battle of Fort Washington
1876 · SH 2-63 S · HK-108
| Reference | SH 2-63 S HK-108 |
|---|---|
| Date | 1876 |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Designed By | |
| Engraved By | George Hampden Lovett |
| Minted By | |
| Rarity | R-9 |
| Orientation |
The seventh in a series of eight medals with a large bust of Washington, engraved and issued by George Hampden Lovett to commemorate the Revolutionary Battles of 1776. After defeating the Continental Army under the command of their Commander-in-Chief, George Washington, at the battle of White Plains, British General William Howe looked to capture the last American stronghold, Fort Washington, on Manhattan. The Battle of Fort Washington was a decisive British victory and the entire garrison of 3,000 men were forced to surrender.