Great Lakes Art Database

Engagement Off The Genesee, September 11, 1813

Description
Creator
Rindlisbacher, Peter, Artist
Item Type
Paintings
Description
The British squadron found the American warships at the Genesee River near Rochester, but during the battle, the British found themselves with no wind, while their enemy retained it. The British ordered sailors in boats to tow ships away from the longer range guns of the American ships. The corvette Royal George and the brig Moira are seen taking fire in the foreground.
Date Of Event
11 September 1813
Subject(s)
Royal George (ship)
Earl of Moira (schooner)
Collection
Private Collector
Geographic Coverage
  • Genesee River
    New York, United States
    Latitude: 43.2584 Longitude: -77.60222
  • Lake Ontario
    Ontario, Canada
    Latitude: 43.3458259093574 Longitude: -77.499060859375
Copyright Statement
Protected by copyright: Uses other than research or private study require the permission of the rights holder(s). Responsibility for obtaining permissions and for any use rests exclusively with the user.
Copyright Holder
Peter Rindlisbacher
Contact
Association for Great Lakes Maritime History
Website:
https://aglmh.net

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Engagement Off The Genesee, September 11, 1813


The British squadron found the American warships at the Genesee River near Rochester, but during the battle, the British found themselves with no wind, while their enemy retained it. The British ordered sailors in boats to tow ships away from the longer range guns of the American ships. The corvette Royal George and the brig Moira are seen taking fire in the foreground.