Fort Decatur, Washington, January 26, 1856, Emily Inez Denny

Photograph of an original painting by emily inez denny of the battle of seattle. Uss decatur stands offshore, while white river settlers flee to the fort during the indian war. Caption on mount: fort decatur, jan. 26th 1856. (settlers fleeing to the fort. ) page 18 founding of seattle & indian war subjects (lctgm): forts & fortifications--washington (state)--paintings subjects (lcsh): fort decatur (wash. ); fortifications--washington (state)--paintings; decatur (ship); battles in art. Date: Painting is c. 1890; portrays 1856-01-26. Depicted Place: King County, Washington. Collection: University of Washington. Fort Decatur, Washington, January 26, 1856 (WASTATE 1069)