Battle of New Orleans and death of Major General

Battle of New Orleans and death of Major General Packenham and Samuel Gibbs, Jan. 8, 1815. This print shows the battle as British forces advance upon the barricades of the American forces. The Americans, out-numbered 3 to 1, were victorious after firing down at marching ranks of British soldiers. US casualties were 333 (185 killed), to the British 2459 (386 killed ) (BSLOC_2017_6_6)

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