Nelson House, Yorktown VA, 1740-1741 Vintage Photo

This vintage photograph features the Nelson House, located in Yorktown, Virginia, constructed between 1740 and 1741. The house was built by William Nelson, a significant figure in American history whose son, Thomas Nelson Jr., was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, a general during the Revolutionary War, and a governor of Virginia. The image captures the architectural details of the interior, reflecting the early colonial style prevalent in Virginia during that era.

The photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document and preserve the architectural heritage of the region. This collection highlights the importance of historical structures like the Nelson House, which serve as a reminder of the early foundations of American society.

Captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston, a noted photographer, this image showcases the rich history and craftsmanship of an era that shaped the United States.

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