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The demand upon Governor Dunmore (litho)
3622381 The demand upon Governor Dunmore (litho) by Snyder, W. P. (fl.1890); Private Collection; (add.info.: The demand upon Governor Dunmore, 1775. Patrick Henry leading a delegation to demand an explanation for the secret removal the gunpowder from the magazine at Williamsburg ordered by John Murray, 4th Earl of Dunmore, the British colonial Governor of Virginia (The Gunpowder Incident). Illustration for Elliss History of the United States by Edwards Ellis (Helman Taylor, c 1899).); © Look and Learn
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The Demand upon Governor Dunmore - A Historic Moment of Anger and Defiance
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. In this lithograph, we are transported back to the year 1775, a pivotal time in American history. The image depicts Patrick Henry, a prominent figure in the American Revolution, leading a delegation of furious Virginians demanding an explanation from Governor Dunmore. The cause of their anger? The secret removal of gunpowder from the magazine at Williamsburg. The artist W. P. Snyder masterfully captures the intensity and tension in this scene. Each member of the delegation is shown with clenched fists and furrowed brows, their faces etched with determination and righteous indignation. Their demand for answers reverberates through the print. Governor Dunmore, portrayed as an imposing figure in his British regalia, stands before them facing their wrath. His expression betrays a mix of surprise and defiance as he confronts this united front against him. This lithograph serves as a powerful reminder of the deep-seated grievances that fueled America's fight for independence during this tumultuous period. It encapsulates not only the anger felt by these Virginians but also represents a larger sentiment shared by colonists across America who were tired of British oppression. Through its vivid depiction and historical significance, "The Demand upon Governor Dunmore" transports us to an era where emotions ran high and revolution was on the horizon—a testament to both our nation's past struggles and enduring spirit.
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