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Framed Print : WHISKEY RING TRIAL, 1876. Opening of the trial United States vs. Orville E. Babcock in St. Louis, Missouri. Babcock, then Secretary to the President, Ulysses S. Grant, was put on trial for his alleged involvement in a scandal in which whiskey distillers bribed Treasury Department agents and evaded taxes. Engraving, 1876
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WHISKEY RING TRIAL, 1876. Opening of the trial United States vs. Orville E. Babcock in St. Louis, Missouri. Babcock, then Secretary to the President, Ulysses S. Grant, was put on trial for his alleged involvement in a scandal in which whiskey distillers bribed Treasury Department agents and evaded taxes. Engraving, 1876
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Media ID 7562055
1876 Bribe Court Court House Court Room Elias Grant Missouri Orville Ring Scandal Secretary Simpson Treasury Department Trial Ulysses Whiskey Babcock
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print of the Whiskey Ring Trial, 1876. Witness the historic opening of the United States vs. Orville E. Babcock trial in St. Louis, Missouri. Orville Babcock, then Secretary to President Ulysses S. Grant, stood accused of involvement in a whiskey distillery scandal, where bribes were given to Treasury Department agents to evade taxes. This intriguing piece of history comes to life through this beautifully detailed engraving, dated 1876, from The Granger Collection. Add this Framed Print to your home or office for a touch of timeless intrigue and historical depth.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
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) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving from 1876 captures the opening of the infamous Whiskey Ring Trial in St. Louis, Missouri. The trial, known as United States vs. Orville E. Babcock, held immense significance as it involved a scandal that shook the nation to its core. Orville E. Babcock, who served as Secretary to President Ulysses S. Grant at the time, found himself at the center of allegations regarding his involvement in a corrupt scheme orchestrated by whiskey distillers. These unscrupulous individuals had allegedly bribed Treasury Department agents and evaded taxes on their products. The courtroom depicted in this print is filled with tension and anticipation as justice hangs in the balance. A woman and a man can be seen observing closely, perhaps representing public interest or those directly affected by this scandalous affair. The engraving highlights not only the magnitude of this trial but also serves as a reminder of America's commitment to upholding integrity within its institutions. It showcases an important moment in history when even high-ranking government officials were held accountable for their actions. As we gaze upon this image today, we are reminded of our collective responsibility to ensure transparency and honesty within our society – values that continue to shape our nation's progress over time.
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