10 New Hampshire Goldback

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Ten New Hampshire Goldback – Prospicientia (Foresight)

In the New Hampshire 10 Goldback Denomination design, Prospicientia, symbolizing Foresight, is introduced. She gracefully sits atop a cannon, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean with Fort Constitution, previously known as Fort William and Mary, in the distance. This scenario captures a crucial historical moment: the aftermath of New Hampshire’s Sons of Liberty taking control of the fort. This act was spurred by Paul Revere’s lesser-known ride, warning that General Thomas Gage was en route to seize supplies from Fort William and Mary. Recognizing the urgency, New Hampshire’s residents anticipated a race for the supplies, understanding that if the British claimed them, it would bolster their advantage.

New Hampshire’s Patriots sought to preempt this and possibly utilize the situation and supplies to their benefit. Demonstrating remarkable foresight, they swiftly mustered men from Portsmouth, recruiting more along their journey, and descended upon the fort.

Despite being outnumbered by just six men and three operational cannons, they breached the fort, lowered the British flag, and seized around 100 barrels of gunpowder, ample supplies, muskets, ammunition, and 16 cannons. All these feats were accomplished within a day of Revere’s alert and days before General Gage’s arrival, who found an empty fort.

This incident stands as a potential precursor to the Revolutionary War battles, exemplifying proactive foresight. The supplies procured played pivotal roles in subsequent confrontations. Prospicientia’s portrayal exudes tranquility and triumph, emphasizing the serenity of preparedness and proactive action. Beneath her, the caption “Look Forward” resonates with her essence. The design also incorporates a humpback whale, the USS Raleigh— a seminal ship of the Continental Navy, and a rendition of the “An Appeal to God” flag, initially hoisted on George Washington’s naval vessels.