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First page of a broadside outlining the Act for Blocking up the Harbour of Boston
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First page of a broadside outlining the Act for Blocking up the Harbour of Boston
AQS256885 First page of a broadside outlining the Act for Blocking up the Harbour of Boston, 1774 (newsprint) by American School, (18th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: the Boston Port Act was an act of the Parliament of Great Britain enacted 31st March 1774 as a response to the Boston Tea Party, it essentially closed the Port of Boston to all ships regardless of their business until restitution was made to the Kings treasury, for customs duty lost, and to the East India Company for damages suffered; one of the Intolerable, Punitive or Coercive Acts; ); eCourtesy, American Antiquarian Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22944244
© Courtesy, American Antiquarian Society / Bridgeman Images
Broadsheet Colonies Dominion Extortion Massachusetts Pamphlet Parliamentary Reparations Jurisdiction Punishment Sanctions
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The captivating print showcases the first page of a broadside outlining the Act for Blocking up the Harbour of Boston, dating back to 1774. This historical artifact, created by an anonymous American School artist in the 18th century, is now preserved at the American Antiquarian Society in Worcester, Massachusetts. The image captures a significant moment in history when tensions between Great Britain and its colonies were escalating. The Act for Blocking up the Harbour of Boston was enacted as a response to the infamous Boston Tea Party. It effectively closed off Boston's port to all ships until restitution was made for lost customs duty and damages suffered by the East India Company. This broadside serves as evidence of one of several Intolerable Acts imposed on colonial America by British Parliament. Its presence reflects not only political sanctions but also acts as a reminder of extortion tactics employed against rebellious colonies. Through this powerful visual representation, viewers are transported back to a time when jurisdictional disputes and colonial dominance were at their peak. The image highlights themes such as punishment, reparations, and dominion while shedding light on America's struggle for independence. As we reflect upon this historic document captured within these pages, it reminds us that even through adversity and hardship, nations can rise above oppression to forge their own destinies.
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