The Ladder, 4th of July special issue, 1849
Permanent ID:
12991
Date:
1849
Image Description:
4th of July, 1849, edition of "The Ladder," a small, handwritten, juvenile publication, made by brothers John G., William A., James G., and Horace Whiteman of Philadelphia, reflecting mid-nineteenth century popular culture. This issue features illustrations of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, battles of the Revolutionary War, as well as a report on the Horticultural Exhibition, directions on making a "cosmoramama," and alum crystals.
Format:
Manuscripts
Dimensions:
Width: 8 cm, Height: 9.5 cm (image)
