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Stamp Act in Boston
Stamp Act in Boston during American Independence
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Media ID 570821
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Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 17.7cm (9.3" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the tense atmosphere in Boston, Massachusetts, during the implementation of the Stamp Act in 1765, a pivotal moment in the build-up to the American Revolution. The Stamp Act, which required all printed materials in the American colonies to carry a British stamp, was met with widespread resistance from the colonists who saw it as a violation of their rights as British citizens. In this photograph, a crowd of Bostonians, mostly men but with women and children present as well, gather around a platform where a speaker addresses them. The mood is defiant, with some in the crowd brandishing sticks and clubs, while others hold signs and banners protesting the Stamp Act. The buildings in the background, including the Old State House and the Old South Meeting House, are adorned with banners and flags, further emphasizing the strong sense of community and unity among the protesters. The Stamp Act was just one of many grievances that the American colonists had against the British government, but it served as a catalyst for organized resistance. The Boston Tea Party, which took place just three years later, is perhaps the most famous example of this resistance. The events of the Stamp Act protests and the subsequent boycotts and protests against British taxes and policies ultimately led to the Declaration of Independence in 1776. This photograph, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of political upheaval and the birth of a new nation. It serves as a reminder of the power of grassroots activism and the enduring spirit of the American people in the face of adversity.
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