WHISKEY REBELLION, 1794. Tarring and feathering an excise officer during the Whiskey Rebellion, 1794: engraving, 19th century
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WHISKEY REBELLION, 1794. Tarring and feathering an excise officer during the Whiskey Rebellion, 1794: engraving, 19th century
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1794 Bound Cruelty Feather Rebellion Revolutionary Tarring And Feathering Tied Whiskey Rebellion
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This print from Granger Art on Demand depicts a significant event in American history - the Whiskey Rebellion of 1794. The engraving, created in the 19th century, vividly captures the intense atmosphere surrounding this rebellion against an unpopular tax imposed on whiskey production. In the image, we witness a scene of cruelty and mob justice as an excise officer is subjected to tarring and feathering by angry rebels. Bound and tied, he becomes a symbol of resistance against what was perceived as unjust taxation. The use of tar and feathers was a brutal form of public humiliation often employed during times of social unrest. The Whiskey Rebellion itself was born out of frustration with Alexander Hamilton's federal excise tax on distilled spirits. This uprising represented one of the first major challenges faced by the newly formed United States government under President George Washington. Through this powerful visual representation, we are transported back to that turbulent time when revolutionary sentiments ran high in America. It serves as a reminder that even in its early years, our nation grappled with issues such as taxation and individual rights. This print offers viewers an opportunity to reflect upon our country's rich history while contemplating themes such as rebellion, revolution, and the enduring struggle for freedom from oppressive policies.
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