The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere (396 Piece Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle)

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On the night of April 18, 1775, Boston was quiet and tense. British troops in the city were getting ready...
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  • Every puzzle invites you to discover uniquely handcrafted whimsy (shaped) pieces, thoughtfully designed to complement the image theme.
  • Irregular pieces provide an engaging challenge, keeping puzzlers intrigued with interesting shapes and rewarding problem-solving.
  • To ensure exceptional durability, each puzzle is crafted from premium 4mm FSC-certified Finnish birch plywood.
  • Nautilus Puzzles are thoughtfully designed and meticulously crafted in the USA, on California's sunny central coast.
  • The puzzles are precision laser cut with advanced technology, ensuring every piece fits together perfectly for a smooth and enjoyable experience.
On the night of April 18, 1775, Boston was quiet and tense. British troops in the city were getting ready to march to Lexington and Concord to take colonial military supplies and arrest Patriot leaders. As this threat grew, colonial intelligence networks quickly responded. Paul Revere, a silversmith and dedicated Patriot, was given an important job: to ride through the countryside and warn other colonists about the British advance. His ride would later become one of the most famous stories of the American Revolution.

Revere was not alone, even though he is often remembered as a lone rider in the night. He first set up a signal: two lanterns hung in the steeple of the Old North Church to show that the British would cross the Charles River by boat. After crossing the river himself, he got on a horse and started his ride through the dark Massachusetts countryside. As he went from town to town, he warned militia members and local leaders, making sure the message spread much farther than one person could manage alone. Others joined him along the way, including William Dawes and later Samuel Prescott, creating a relay of messengers who helped spread the alarm.

Although Revere was eventually stopped by a British patrol and did not finish the ride to Concord, his actions made a big difference. The warnings he helped spread gave colonial militias time to get ready, which led to the battles at Lexington and Concord the next morning. These fights marked the start of open conflict in the American Revolution. Over the years, Revere’s ride became a famous part of American history, especially because of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s well-known poem that made him seem like a lone hero. In reality, the event was more complicated and involved many people, but the midnight ride still stands as a strong symbol of bravery, communication, and the shared determination that drove the fight for independence.

The perfect gift for history puzzle fans and art history buffs, this traditional adult wooden jigsaw puzzle can be done time and again. Our history puzzle artists have included many shaped whimsy history puzzle pieces that match the themes of the painting, and we have integrated them in ways that will delight and surprise you as you put the history puzzle together. 

This stunning puzzle by Grant Wood would make a great gift for Father's Day or to celebrate America's 250th Birthday.
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Irregular Edge for a Little More Challenge
  • Number of History Puzzle Pieces: 396
  • Completed History Puzzle Size: 15" X 11"
  • Artist: Grant Wood
  • Serial #: NP26-396-933
  • Wood Thickness: 4mm
  • Design Cut Style: Modern
  • Difficulty: Level 3
  • Made in the USA
  • History Puzzle
  • Serial #: NP26-396-933
  • Artist: Grant Wood
  • Keywords: Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle
  • Made in the USA
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 396
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 15" X 11"
  • Design Cut Style: Modern
  • Difficulty: Level 3

Grant Wood

Grant Wood, an American painter, is best known for his iconic work American Gothic, a defining image of 20th-century American art. His paintings, characterized by precise detail, clean lines, and a deep engagement with rural Midwestern life, reflect his dedication to capturing small-town communities' spirit, resilience, and complexity during rapid change in American society. Wood's blend of realism with subtle irony and symbolic undertones further deepens the connection to his art.

Born in 1891 near Anamosa, Iowa, Wood studied art in Minneapolis and later in Europe, where exposure to Impressionism and Post-Impressionism influenced his early style. However, it was his return to the Midwest and his embrace of a more structured, representational approach that defined his mature work. As a leading figure of the Regionalist movement that celebrated rural American life and rejected the urban modernism of the time, he depicted the American heartland, elevating everyday scenes and local people with clarity and care.

Wood's influence extended beyond his art. He also worked as a teacher and advocate for the arts, helping to shape cultural institutions in Iowa and beyond. Despite his relatively short career—he died in 1942—his influence has endured. Grant Wood's art continues to resonate for its sharp observation, emotional restraint, and deep connection to place, offering a lens into the American experience that is both rooted and reflective. His role as an arts advocate inspires all who value the arts.

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