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This example of paper currency from the American Revolution was issued under the authority of the Continental Congress in 1776.

London publisher John Almon bundled Thomas Paine's Common Sense and James Chalmers' rebuke, Plain Truth, in this June 1776 edition for British readers.

William Rush modeled this terracotta bust of George Washington for the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts' Sixth Annual Exhibition in 1817.

This silver gorget was made in England in 1775-1776 for an officer of the British Army’s 60th or Royal American Regiment.

View two intricately decorated small swords, one of which was made in France and other in England.

This artwork by Italian painter Xavier della Gatta depicts a scene from the Battle of Paoli on September 21, 1777.

This artwork by Italian painter Xavier della Gatta depicts a scene from the Battle of Germantown on October 4, 1777.

This system of drills for soldiers was developed by officer Baron von Steuben during the American Revolution and was used through the War of 1812.

This badge represents the Loyal and Friendly Society of the Blew and Orange founded between 1733 and 1736.

This punch bowl, made in China for export to Britain and its American colonies, was designed to poke fun at those opposed to English politician John Wilkes.