JOURNAL ARTICLE

“EXTRA, EXTRA: PAINTING OF LT.-COL. BAUM’S HQ, CAMBRIDGE, NEW YORK, SELLS FOR $151,200; ONE OF MORE THAN TWENTY ORIGINALS.”.

  • Published In: Hessians: Journal of the Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 2024, v. 27. P. 43 1 of 3

  • Database: America: History and Life with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Gadue, Michael R. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article explores the historical significance of the "Checkered House" in Cambridge, New York, which was allegedly used as headquarters by Lieutenant Colonel Baum during the Battle of Bennington in 1777. However, there is limited evidence to support the claim that the house was used as a hospital. The text also discusses the opinions of various individuals involved in the battle, casualty statistics, and the role of different individuals. It mentions Cowden's Tavern as a bivouac site and headquarters for German Commander Baum, but suggests it was unlikely to have been used as a hospital. The article concludes by mentioning the artistic representation of the Checkered House in paintings by Grandma Moses. Various sources and references are provided, including a painting by Grandma Moses, a letter from 1938, an auction listing, and a museum website. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Hessians: Journal of the Johannes Schwalm Historical Association. 2024/01, Vol. 27, p43
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:2575-3479
  • Accession Number:178664934
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