Thomas Hutchinson / Anon
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Thomas Hutchinson / Anon
THOMAS HUTCHINSON American colonial administrator and Governor of Massachusetts from 1771-1774. Date: 1711 - 1780
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1711 1771 1774 1780 Administrator Governor Hutchinson Massachusetts Anon
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This evocative portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Thomas Hutchinson, an influential American colonial administrator and Governor of Massachusetts from 1771 to 1774. Born in London in 1711, Hutchinson emigrated to the American colonies in 1734, settling in Massachusetts Bay Colony. He quickly rose through the ranks of colonial society, becoming a successful merchant, a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, and eventually the Lieutenant Governor in 1754. Hutchinson's tenure as Governor of Massachusetts was marked by his attempts to assert British authority over the colonies during a time of growing unrest. He supported the Stamp Act of 1765 and the Townshend Acts of 1767, which led to increased tensions between the colonies and Great Britain. Despite his unpopular stance, Hutchinson remained committed to the cause of British rule and believed that the colonies could only thrive under the protection of the mother country. This image, created between the years 1711 and 1780, depicts Hutchinson in the prime of his career. He is shown in formal attire, with a serious expression and piercing gaze, suggesting a man of great intelligence and determination. The portrait offers a glimpse into the complex character of a man who played a pivotal role in the history of American colonial administration and the events leading up to the Revolution. Thomas Hutchinson's legacy remains a subject of fascination for historians and scholars, as his actions and beliefs continue to shape our understanding of the colonial period and the forces that led to the birth of the United States of America.
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