St. Paul's Chapel
Architecture:
-St. Paul’s Chapel was built in 1764 by architect Thomas McBean as a modern designed chapel that would be accessible parishioners who might not be able to attend other places of worship.
-The inside of the chapel has a Georgian style which is very typical of houses of worships during that time period
-Due to its stable and secure construction, it is the oldest building in Manhattan to still be in regular use.
-The Altar in the Chapel was created by Pierre Charles L'Enfant who is also famous most notably for designing Washington DC. The art was inspired by the founding of a new nation, and symbolism such as an eagle exposing a sun with 13 rays makes this clear.
-The Altar in the Chapel was created by Pierre Charles L'Enfant who is also famous most notably for designing Washington DC. The art was inspired by the founding of a new nation, and symbolism such as an eagle exposing a sun with 13 rays makes this clear.
Revolutionary War
-pre-Revolutionary war, militias composed of students from Kings Collage who would later fight in the war would train and run drills at St. Paul’s Chapel
-Among the many students in the militia, it included Founding Father Alexander Hamilton
-During the large fires that broke out during the Revolutionary War, St. Paul’s Chapel was one of the only buildings in its area to escape the flames and damage of the fire.
-Due to the fact that fact that the British Army had its Headquarters in New York City, many British officials attended St. Paul’s Chapel such as General Howe
George Washington
-Before the first ever Presidential inauguration, George Washington attended St. Paul’s Chapel to pray.
-Since New York City was the capital of the United States when George Washington was President, it was the church that he would regularly attend while in office.
-Over where his pew was is an oil painting which is the first depiction of the United States seal
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It is very ironic how St. Paul's Chapel was able to escape the fires, since it is a place to worship. However, this also makes this chapel unusually strong because it is able stable enough to still be used. I remember admiring the architecture during the tour because the style is very different to that of the other buildings in New York City. I am also curious as to how the militias were able to train in the building because it did not seem very big.
ReplyDeleteI believe the militias drilled on the grounds next to the church 9now a cemetery).
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