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Photographic Print : America - The Stamp Act - Celebrating the repeal of the Act
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America - The Stamp Act - Celebrating the repeal of the Act
America - The Stamp Act - Celebrating the repeal of the Act of March 22, 1765 in May 1766 with The Liberty-Pole Festival. The Liberty Pole was known to be a symbol of dissent against Great Britain. The Stamp Act tax was imposed on all American colonists and required them to pay a tax on every piece of printed paper they used. Ships papers, legal documents, licenses, newspapers, other publications, and even playing cards were taxed. This act was highly unpopular, and its repeal was greatly celebrated as this print shows.
1766
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1760s 1765 1766 Bearing Bureaucracy Celebrating Celebration Celebrations Colonists Colony Crowds Documentation Documents Festival Highly Imposed Liberty Masses Nov18 Papers Piece Pole Poles Repeal Stamp Stamps Taxation Taxed Taxes Unpopular Rebelling Repealed
12"x10" (30x25cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive range of historical photographic prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, "America - The Stamp Act - Celebrating the Repeal of the Act," transports you to May 1766 in New York City. Witness the Liberty-Pole Festival, a significant moment in American history marking the repeal of the Stamp Act, a symbolic act of dissent against Great Britain. Relive the past with our high-quality, museum-grade prints, perfect for adding depth and character to your home or office decor. Each print is meticulously produced using archival-quality materials to ensure longevity and vibrant color. Experience history as you've never seen it before with our stunning collection of photographic prints from Mary Evans Picture Library.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative print captures the jubilant spirit of the American colonists as they celebrate the repeal of the Stamp Act on May 16, 1766. The Stamp Act, passed on March 22, 1765, imposed a new tax on all colonists requiring them to pay a tax on every piece of printed paper they used. This included shipping papers, legal documents, licenses, newspapers, and even playing cards. The tax was highly unpopular, sparking widespread protests and acts of rebellion against British rule. The Liberty-Pole Festival depicted in this print celebrates the repeal of the Stamp Act, with colonists gathering around the symbolic Liberty Pole, a potent symbol of dissent against British rule. The Liberty Pole had become a rallying point for the colonists, with crowds gathering around it to express their grievances and demonstrate their resistance to British taxation. The print shows a lively scene of colonists, many of them bearing stamps in their hands, gathered around the Liberty Pole, which is adorned with the British flag and the American flag. The masses of people in the crowd, dressed in the fashion of the 1760s, reflect the widespread support for the cause of repeal. The festive atmosphere is further emphasized by the banners and streamers hanging from the Liberty Pole and the celebratory mood of the crowd. This print is a testament to the power of collective action and the determination of the American colonists to assert their rights against British rule. It is a significant document of the 18th century, providing valuable insights into the political climate of the time and the spirit of rebellion that would ultimately lead to the American Revolution.
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