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Boston Tea Party 1773

Boston citizens, dressed as Indians, board English ships and throw tea chests into the harbour in protest against taxation

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1773 Boston Chests Citizens Dressed Indians Protest Taxation Throw December


Mouse Pad

Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.

Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 17.2cm (9.3" x 6.8")

Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
Decorated with the vibrant hues of autumn leaves, the tranquil waters of Boston Harbor in Massachusetts, USA, were about to witness an historic act of defiance on this chilly December day in 1773. The year was 1773, and tensions between the American colonies and the British Crown had reached a boiling point. The issue at hand was the Tea Act, which allowed the British East India Company to sell tea directly to the colonies, bypassing local merchants and thus reducing their profits. In response to this perceived infringement on their economic rights, a group of Boston citizens, disguised as Native Americans, gathered at Griffin's Wharf. Armed with determination and a sense of justice, they boarded three English ships, the Dartmouth, the Eleanor, and the Beaver, under the cover of darkness. The sight that unfolded was one of audacity and courage: the masked protesters, armed with axes and hammers, systematically opened the chests of tea and threw them into the harbor, a total of 342 chests worth £10,000. This bold act of protest, known as the Boston Tea Party, marked a significant turning point in the history of the American Revolution. It served as a catalyst for further unrest, leading to the Intolerable Acts and ultimately, the First Continental Congress. The courageous actions of these Boston citizens, dressed as Indians, sent a clear message to the British government: no longer would the American colonies be subjected to unjust taxation and economic exploitation. As we gaze upon this evocative image from the annals of history, we are reminded of the power of collective action and the indomitable spirit of those who dared to challenge the status quo. The Boston Tea Party, a pivotal moment in the history of America, continues to resonate with us today as a symbol of freedom, democracy, and the unwavering determination of the human spirit.

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