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JOHN MALCOM (d. 1788). The unpopular Commissioner of Customs in Boston, Massachusetts, is hung out his window by an angry mob on 25 January 1774. Line engraving, c1784
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JOHN MALCOM (d. 1788). The unpopular Commissioner of Customs in Boston, Massachusetts, is hung out his window by an angry mob on 25 January 1774. Line engraving, c1784
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This print from the Granger Art on Demand collection captures a pivotal moment in American history. The image depicts John Malcom, the unpopular Commissioner of Customs in Boston, Massachusetts, being hung out of his window by an angry mob on 25 January 1774. This line engraving, created around 1784, showcases the intensity and chaos surrounding this event. The crowd gathered outside Malcom's window is filled with anger and frustration towards British rule. Late afternoon sunlight casts dramatic shadows across their faces as they take part in this act of vigilante justice. A woman and a man can be seen among the furious mob, united against colonial oppression. Malcom's punishment serves as a powerful symbol of resistance against British authority during the revolutionary era. The rope used to hang him emphasizes both his humiliation and the determination of those seeking independence. In this outdoor scene set in historic Boston, we witness not only an act of retribution but also a reflection of growing tensions between loyalists and colonists. As one looks closely at this engraving, it becomes clear that it represents more than just one man's fate; it encapsulates an entire movement for freedom. The Granger Collection has preserved this significant piece from our nation's past within its Carousel Collection. It serves as a reminder that even amidst turmoil and dissent, individuals like John Malcom played crucial roles in shaping America's journey towards independence.
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