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Boston Tea Party, 26 December 1773. Inhabitants of Boston, Massachusetts, dressed as American Indians, throwing tea from vessels in the harbour into the water as a protest against British taxation. No taxation without representation
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Boston Tea Party, 26 December 1773. Inhabitants of Boston, Massachusetts, dressed as American Indians, throwing tea from vessels in the harbour into the water as a protest against British taxation. No taxation without representation
530416 Boston Tea Party, 26 December 1773. Inhabitants of Boston, Massachusetts, dressed as American Indians, throwing tea from vessels in the harbour into the water as a protest against British taxation. No taxation without representation. Wood engraving, late 19th century.; Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38406512
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1773 Boston December Dressed Inhabitants Late Massachusetts Protest Rebellion Representation Taxation Throwing Vessels Wood (material)
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Boston Tea Party of 1773 was a pivotal moment in American history, symbolizing the colonists' defiance against British taxation without representation. In this powerful image captured in a late 19th-century wood engraving, we see inhabitants of Boston, Massachusetts, dressed as American Indians, throwing tea from vessels into the harbor as an act of protest.
The scene is chaotic yet purposeful, with figures clad in traditional attire flinging crates of tea overboard with determination. The message is clear: no taxation without representation. This bold act of rebellion would ultimately fuel the flames of revolution and lead to the birth of a new nation founded on principles of freedom and democracy.
As we gaze upon this historic moment frozen in time, we are reminded of the courage and conviction displayed by those who fought for their rights and stood up against injustice. The black-and-white imagery adds to the drama and intensity of the scene, capturing the raw emotion and fervor that defined this pivotal event.
This print serves as a timeless reminder of our country's origins and the enduring spirit of resistance that continues to shape our collective identity. It stands as a testament to the power of ordinary people coming together to challenge authority and demand justice.
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