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The Boston Tea Party, 16 December 1773, (1872)
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The Boston Tea Party, 16 December 1773, (1872)
The Boston Tea Party, 16 December 1773, (1872). The Boston Tea Party was a protest by the American colonists against Great Britain in which they destroyed many crates of tea on ships in Boston Harbour. The incident, which took place on Thursday, December 16, 1773, has been seen as helping to spark the American Revolution. Engraving from John Gilmary Sheas A Childs History of the United States, Hess and McDavitt, (New York, 1872)
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The Boston Tea Party - A Catalyst for Revolution
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. This engraving captures the dramatic scene of the infamous Boston Tea Party, a pivotal event in American history. The year is 1773, and tensions between American colonists and Great Britain are reaching their breaking point. In an act of rebellion against unjust taxation, brave American patriots take matters into their own hands. The image showcases a group of determined men aboard ships in Boston Harbor armed with tools and weapons such as axes and tomahawks. They methodically destroy crates of tea, symbolizing their defiance against British rule. Among them stands a Native American figure, representing the unity between different groups fighting for freedom. This historic incident would prove to be a turning point in the fight for independence from British tyranny. It ignited the flames of revolution that would eventually lead to the birth of a new nation - the United States of America. Printed in 1872 by John Gilmary Shea as part of "A Child's History of the United States" this engraving serves as both an educational tool and a powerful reminder of our nation's struggle for liberty. Its monochrome aesthetic adds depth to its historical significance, transporting us back to that fateful night when ordinary citizens took extraordinary action. As we gaze upon this print today, let us remember those who risked everything during the Boston Tea Party - courageous individuals whose unwavering spirit laid the foundation for our great country's pursuit of freedom and democracy.
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