This exceptional block features the classic image of Washington’s Crossing of the Delaware . It is a metal alloy face mounted on hardwood printer’s block. Ink stamped on the backside from DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) magazine, in which publication this block was last used.

The Historic Delaware River crossing took place in the dead of night on December 25, 1776. They were on their way to surprise and capture the Hessian forces in Trenton, NJ. Leading up to what is now termed the Battle of Trenton. The Hessians were German forces fighting for the British and had a large encampment in Trenton. George Washington and 2000 of his troops crossed the river in perilous conditions. Although the graphic shows them standing in the boat, it is highly unlikely that would have been possible. The assault was a complete success and the Colonial forces managed to capture 900 Hessian soldiers. In addition, they were also able to secure some very valuable resources of food, supplies, and ammunition.

This block represents one of the most famous images of the American Revolution. Printed today by computers, this is a true piece of American printing history. The graphic is based on an Historic painting by Emanuel Leutze, 1851. The painting can be viewed today in New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art .