Burning of the White House by British Soldiers in 1814
This painting by Tom Freeman for the White House Historical Association shows the burning north and west facades of the White House when it was set aflame by the British soldiers on August 24, 1814 during the War of 1812. British soldiers can be seen in the foreground. It was commissioned during George W. Bush's presidency, but depicts events that occurred during James Madison's. ***Interior use only for publications***
- Artist
- Tom Freeman
- Date of Work
- 2004
- Type
- Painting
- Credit
- Tom Freeman 2004, copyright White House Historical Association