CONGRESSIONAL PUGILISTS. American cartoon, 1798, engraving on the fight in Congress between Roger Griswold (wielding cane) and Matthew Lyon, the most notable victim of the Sedition Act of 1798
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CONGRESSIONAL PUGILISTS. American cartoon, 1798, engraving on the fight in Congress between Roger Griswold (wielding cane) and Matthew Lyon, the most notable victim of the Sedition Act of 1798
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1798 Anti Federalism Boxer Brawl Congress Crime Federalist Griswold Lyon Matthew Political Acts Roger Sport
CONGRESSIONAL PUGILISTS - A Historic Brawl in the Halls of Power
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This engraving from 1798, titled "CONGRESSIONAL PUGILISTS" vividly captures a dramatic fight that unfolded within the walls of Congress. The central figures in this political melee are Roger Griswold and Matthew Lyon, two prominent American politicians who found themselves engaged in a physical altercation. Griswold, wielding a cane with determination, confronts Lyon, who is depicted as the most notable victim of the controversial Sedition Act of 1798. This act aimed to suppress dissent against the Federalist government by criminalizing criticism or opposition to its policies. Lyon's resistance against this oppressive legislation had made him an emblematic figure for anti-Federalism. The artist skillfully portrays this historic event as both a crime and sport, emphasizing how political acts can sometimes descend into physical confrontation. The cartoonish style adds an element of humor to what was undoubtedly a serious incident within Congress. Through this powerful image, we are reminded of the intense divisions that existed during America's early years as a nation and how these ideological clashes could spill over into violent encounters even among elected officials. Granger Art on Demand presents us with yet another fascinating glimpse into our nation's past through their collection of historical prints like "CONGRESSIONAL PUGILISTS". These visual records serve as valuable reminders that politics has always been an arena where passions run high and conflicts arise – sometimes
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