Glass negative showing the large tree known as the Washington Elm in Cambridge Park. A metal fence surrounds the wide tree trunk and a plaque stands in front of it. Paths and fences, as well as other trees surround the elm. According to popular legend, George Washington took command of the American Army under this tree. The lore has largely been discredited. The tree died in 1923., Time: 11, Light: Good sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator
Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date
July 13, 1888
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1310]
Glass negative showing the large tree known as the Washington Elm in Cambridge Park. A metal fence surrounds the wide tree trunk and a plaque stands in front of it. Paths and fences, as well as other trees surround the elm. According to popular legend, George Washington took command of the American Army under this tree. The lore has largely been discredited. The tree died in 1923., Time: 11:05, Light: Good sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator
Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date
July 13, 1888
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1311]
