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STAMP ACT, 1765. Banner of the Pennsylvania Journal, 31 October 1765, with a
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STAMP ACT, 1765. Banner of the Pennsylvania Journal, 31 October 1765, with a
STAMP ACT, 1765.
Banner of the Pennsylvania Journal, 31 October 1765, with a skull-and-crossbones replacing the stamp required by law in protest of the Stamp Act
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1765 Banner Colony Crossbones Illegal Journal Masthead October Philadelphia Protester Stamp Act Typeface
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This historical print captures a powerful symbol of rebellion against the unjust Stamp Act of 1765. The banner, featured in the Pennsylvania Journal on October 31st, boldly replaces the required stamp with a skull-and-crossbones, representing the defiance and resistance of the American colonists. In this image, we witness an act of protest that resonated throughout Philadelphia and beyond. The masthead of the journal stands tall in the middle, showcasing its determination to voice opposition to this oppressive legislation. The typeface used further emphasizes their message: "STAMP ACT, 1765". During this time period in North America's history, tensions were high as British authorities sought to impose taxes on printed materials through the Stamp Act. This illegal taxation was met with widespread outrage from colonists who believed it violated their rights as English subjects. The protester behind this banner understood that visual symbolism could be a powerful tool for rallying support and conveying discontent. By replacing the mandated stamp with a skull-and-crossbones motif, they conveyed not only their refusal to comply but also their willingness to fight for freedom. This print serves as a reminder of our nation's early struggles for independence and highlights how ordinary citizens played pivotal roles in shaping history through acts of civil disobedience like these.
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