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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
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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
TARRING & FEATHERING, 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
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1773 1774 Agent Alcohol American Revolution Boston Boston Tea Party Colonist Colony Cruelty Custom Customs Feather Malcolm Mezzotint Noose Protester Punishment Rebellion Revolutionary Satire Sons Of Liberty Tea Act Tree Feathering Tarring
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The Bostonians Paying the Excise Man, or Tarring & Feathering
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is a powerful and thought-provoking image that captures a significant moment in American history. This American edition of an English mezzotint satire from 1774 depicts the infamous treatment given to John Malcom, an unpopular Commissioner of Customs at Boston. In this scene, we witness the brutal punishment inflicted upon Malcom by angry Bostonians. The act of tarring and feathering was a form of public humiliation used to express discontent with British authority during the colonial period. As tensions rose between the colonies and England, acts like these became symbols of rebellion against unjust taxation policies such as the Tea Act. The artist skillfully portrays the cruelty and violence inherent in this act through vivid imagery. We see Malcom being tarred with hot liquid while feathers are mercilessly applied to his body. The noose hanging ominously from a nearby tree serves as a chilling reminder of potential consequences for those who opposed British rule. This print not only reflects the spirit of resistance among colonists but also highlights their determination to fight for their rights and freedom. It stands as a testament to the bravery and resilience exhibited by early Americans during times of great adversity. As we examine this historical artifact, it reminds us that our nation's journey towards independence was marked by sacrifice, courage, and unwavering commitment to liberty.
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