The Yankey torpedo LCCN2002720231, William Elmes, before 1813
Title: the yankey torpedo
abstract: print shows a sea-monster discharging flames and missiles against a british ship. British satire reflecting indignation against american's use of torpedoes and other explosive machinery in the summer of 1813 against british blockade of new york. Physical description: 1 print: etching, hand-colored. Notes: e-s del & sc.;forms part of: british cartoon prints collection (library of congress).;etching by w. Elmes.;title from item. Date: before 1813.