STAMP ACT, 1765. A Tory stamp agent strung up on a Liberty Pole while another is about to be tarred and feathered in an anti-Stamp Act demonstration in 1765: colored engraving from John Trumbulls M Fingal, 1765
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STAMP ACT, 1765. A Tory stamp agent strung up on a Liberty Pole while another is about to be tarred and feathered in an anti-Stamp Act demonstration in 1765: colored engraving from John Trumbulls M Fingal, 1765
STAMP ACT, 1765. A Tory stamp agent strung up on a Liberty Pole while another is about to be tarred and feathered in an anti-Stamp Act demonstration in 1765: colored engraving from John Trumbulls " M Fingal, " 1765
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1765 Agent Colonist Colony Cruelty Danger Feather Mfingal Protester Riot Rope Stamp Act Stamp Agent Tarring And Feathering Tory Trumbull
EDITORS COMMENTS
This colored engraving from John Trumbull's "M Fingal" transports us back to a pivotal moment in American history - the Stamp Act protests of 1765. The image captures the raw emotions and intense resistance against British taxation that fueled the flames of revolution. In this scene, we witness an anti-Stamp Act demonstration unfolding with fervor and defiance. A Tory stamp agent finds himself strung up on a Liberty Pole, symbolizing the colonists' fight for freedom and their rejection of oppressive British policies. Another unfortunate agent stands nearby, about to endure the infamous punishment of tarring and feathering - a brutal act intended to humiliate those loyal to Britain. The atmosphere is charged with danger as angry protesters surround these two men, demanding justice and resisting colonial subjugation. The cruelty inflicted upon these agents serves as a powerful reminder of the lengths people were willing to go in order to protect their rights and liberties. Through this vivid portrayal, we gain insight into both the spirit of rebellion that swept through America during this time period and the harsh consequences faced by those who aligned themselves with British rule. This engraving encapsulates not only an important historical event but also represents a defining moment in shaping American identity – one rooted in independence, democracy, and unwavering determination.
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