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YELLOW FEVER, 1796. Detail from a broadside by Jonathan Plummer, Jr
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YELLOW FEVER, 1796. Detail from a broadside by Jonathan Plummer, Jr
YELLOW FEVER, 1796.
Detail from a broadside by Jonathan Plummer, Jr. 1796, recounting the deaths of forty-four persons from malignant fever (yellow fever) at Newburyport, Massachusetts, and including an elegiac verse
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Media ID 12321948
1796 Broadside Coffin Death Epidemic Infectious Jonathan Mourning Outbreak Poem Report Typeface Yellow Fever Elegy Newburyport
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "YELLOW FEVER, 1796" takes us back to a dark chapter in American history. The image is a detailed section from a broadside created by Jonathan Plummer, Jr. in the year 1796. It vividly recounts the tragic deaths of forty-four individuals who fell victim to the malignant fever, also known as yellow fever, in Newburyport, Massachusetts. The print showcases an elegiac verse that adds an air of mourning and melancholy to the scene. The use of typeface on the broadside further emphasizes the seriousness and urgency surrounding this deadly epidemic outbreak. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are transported to a time when infectious diseases posed significant threats to communities across North America. The presence of coffins depicted on the broadside serves as a stark reminder of lives lost and families torn apart by this devastating illness. Through this photo print, we gain insight into both the artistic talent of Jonathan Plummer Jr. , who skillfully captured the essence of grief and loss through his work, as well as into one specific episode during which yellow fever wreaked havoc on Newburyport. Overall, "YELLOW FEVER, 1796" offers us not only an opportunity for reflection but also serves as a testament to our collective resilience in overcoming past epidemics while reminding us never to forget those who suffered during such challenging times.
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