Lichtenstein's comic book style is characterized by the use of a dot pattern, known as the Benday dot. He started using this system in 1961, and, although it became a signature element of his art, the system had been invented in 1879 and had already been used in comics, newspapers and billboards. Lichtenstein made the dots very big, almost to the point of exaggeration. The use of thick lines, as well as the bright colors are also elements that appear in billboards and comic books.
<span>General George Washington knew he had badly miscalculated. On August 27, 1776, British forces under a far more experienced military professional, General Sir William Howe, had soundly drubbed the American army in the Battle of Long Island and were now poised to finish it off. Outnumbered and out- generaled, with their backs to the East River and the British in front of them, the Americans appeared doomed. If Washington lost his army, it could mean the end of the Revolution.</span>
