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VIRGINIA LOYALISTS, 1774. Loyalists are forced to sign the resolutions drawn up by the Williamsburg convention, August 1774. Sons of Liberty armed with clubs are watching them. Contemporary English mezzotint cartoon
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VIRGINIA LOYALISTS, 1774. Loyalists are forced to sign the resolutions drawn up by the Williamsburg convention, August 1774. Sons of Liberty armed with clubs are watching them. Contemporary English mezzotint cartoon
VIRGINIA LOYALISTS, 1774.
Loyalists are forced to sign the resolutions drawn up by the Williamsburg convention, August 1774. Sons of Liberty armed with clubs are watching them. Contemporary English mezzotint cartoon
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1774 American Revolution Barrel Child Club Colonial Convention Force Loyalist Mezzotint Outdoor Political Protest Satire Sign Sons Of Liberty South East Virginia Williamsburg
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The captivating print titled "Virginia Loyalists, 1774" transports us back to a pivotal moment in American history. In this powerful image, we witness the intense political climate of August 1774 during the Williamsburg convention. The scene unfolds with loyalists being coerced into signing resolutions under the watchful eyes of armed Sons of Liberty brandishing clubs. This contemporary English mezzotint cartoon captures the tension and struggle that defined colonial Virginia at that time. The sign hanging above them symbolizes their forced compliance, while barrels scattered around hint at potential violence brewing beneath the surface. A diverse group is depicted here: men, women, and even children caught up in this turbulent era. Through satire and clever imagery, this artwork sheds light on one aspect of America's fight for independence from British rule. It serves as a reminder of how dissenting voices were suppressed through force and intimidation by those who sought to maintain loyalty to England. As we delve into history through this remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, it prompts us to reflect on the sacrifices made by individuals during the American Revolution. Their courage in standing up against oppression laid the foundation for our nation's freedom and democracy today.
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