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The Bostonians Paying the Excise Man, or Tarring & Feathering. American edition of an English mezzotint satire, 1774, on the treatment given to John Malcom, an unpopular Commissioner of Customs at Boston, Massachusetts
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The Bostonians Paying the Excise Man, or Tarring & Feathering. American edition of an English mezzotint satire, 1774, on the treatment given to John Malcom, an unpopular Commissioner of Customs at Boston, Massachusetts
BOSTON TEA PARTY, 1773.
The Bostonians Paying the Excise Man, or Tarring & Feathering. American edition of an English mezzotint satire, 1774, on the treatment given to John Malcom, an unpopular Commissioner of Customs at Boston, Massachusetts
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The Bostonians Paying the Excise Man, or Tarring & Feathering
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is a powerful visual representation of the revolutionary spirit that ignited in Boston during the late 18th century. This American edition of an English mezzotint satire captures the intense public sentiment towards John Malcom, an unpopular Commissioner of Customs at Boston, Massachusetts. The image portrays a chaotic scene where a mob of angry colonists surrounds Malcom, who is depicted as an excise tax collector. The crowd's fury is evident as they tar and feather him, symbolizing their resistance against British authority and taxation policies. The act of tarring and feathering was a cruel punishment inflicted upon those seen as betraying colonial interests. This print serves as both a historical record and a patriotic statement by highlighting the defiance and unity among the people of Boston. It reflects their determination to protect their rights and liberties against oppressive rule. The presence of Liberty Tree in the background further emphasizes this sentiment. The events leading up to this momentous occasion are rooted in discontent over acts like the infamous Boston Tea Party in 1773, which had sparked tensions between colonists and British authorities. Through this artwork, we witness how ordinary citizens transformed into revolutionaries willing to challenge established power structures for freedom. "The Bostonians Paying the Excise Man" stands as a testament to the resilience and courage displayed by early Americans during one of history's most significant periods –the Revolutionary War era– when they fought for independence from British rule.
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