Emanuel Leutze was a German-American painter born on May 24, 1816, in Württemberg, Germany. He is best known for his iconic painting, Washington Crossing the Delaware, which depicts George Washington leading his troops during the American Revolutionary War. Leutze's work often focused on themes of heroism and freedom, reflecting his admiration for American ideals. Leutze moved to the United States in 1825 and later studied art in Düsseldorf. His style combined elements of Romanticism and historical painting, making his works both dramatic and inspirational. He passed away on July 18, 1868, in Washington, D.C., leaving a lasting legacy in American art.