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COLONIAL DUCKING STOOL. Punishment by the ducking stool in colonial America inflicted on a woman guilty of offence with the tongue. Engraving, 19th century

COLONIAL DUCKING STOOL. Punishment by the ducking stool in colonial America inflicted on a woman guilty of offence with the tongue. Engraving, 19th century


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COLONIAL DUCKING STOOL. Punishment by the ducking stool in colonial America inflicted on a woman guilty of offence with the tongue. Engraving, 19th century

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17th Century Colonist Cruelty Stool Thirteen Colonies Water Ducking Stool


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This haunting engraving from the 19th century depicts a chilling scene of punishment in colonial America. Known as the "COLONIAL DUCKING STOOL" this device was used to inflict retribution upon women who were found guilty of offenses involving their tongues. In the image, we see a stoic woman strapped onto a wooden stool, her face etched with fear and resignation. Surrounding her are onlookers, both colonists and curious passersby, witnessing this cruel spectacle unfold. The atmosphere is heavy with tension as the woman's fate hangs in the balance. The ducking stool itself is positioned over water, symbolizing purification through submersion. As part of her punishment, she would be repeatedly dunked into the cold depths below while restrained on the stool. This method aimed to humiliate and silence those deemed too outspoken or disruptive within society. This engraving serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by women in colonial America. It sheds light on an era where public shaming and physical torment were employed as means of control and discipline. As we reflect upon this historical artifact, it prompts us to question our own notions of justice and equality today. How far have we come since these dark times? And how can we ensure that such cruelty remains confined to history books rather than being perpetuated in our modern world?

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