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Framed Print : Patrick Henry speaking against the Stamp Act
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Patrick Henry speaking against the Stamp Act
Patrick Henry, in the Virginia House of Burgesses, introduces radical resolutions opposing the Stamp Act, warning King George III that he could go the way of Caesar and Charles I
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Media ID 572084
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1760s 1765 Caesar Heated I Ii Independence Introducing Listening Monarchy Opposing Opposition Overthrow Patrick Radical Resolution Resolutions Speaking Speech Stamp Taxation Virginia Warning Burgesses
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, featuring the powerful and iconic image of Patrick Henry in action. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the moment during the Virginia House of Burgesses when Henry spoke out against the Stamp Act, delivering his radical resolutions and issuing a warning to King George III. With his passionate words, Henry compared the King's actions to those of Caesar and Charles I. This stunning framed print is an essential addition to any history or political enthusiast's collection, bringing a piece of American revolutionary history right into your home or office. Embrace the power of history with this inspiring and thought-provoking framed print.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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.
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In this evocative image from the Mary Evans Picture Library, Patrick Henry, a prominent American colonial leader, stands before the Virginia House of Burgesses in 1765, delivering a passionate and radical speech against the recently passed Stamp Act. The Stamp Act, a tax imposed by the British Parliament on the American colonies, required that all printed materials, including legal documents and newspapers, carry a stamp bearing the tax collector's mark. This act was met with heated opposition in the colonies, as many saw it as a violation of their rights as British subjects. Henry, a fiery orator, can be seen in the foreground, gesturing emphatically as he addresses his fellow burgesses. The room is filled with an air of tension and intensity, as the assembled men listen intently to Henry's words. In the background, the king's portrait hangs on the wall, a stark reminder of the monarchy's authority over the colonies. Henry's speech was a turning point in the growing movement for American independence. He warned King George III that he risked following in the footsteps of Caesar and Charles I, who had both faced violent overthrow due to their attempts to impose unwanted taxes on their people. Henry's bold words galvanized the opposition to the Stamp Act and set the stage for further resistance to British rule in the colonies. This historical moment captures the spirit of defiance and determination that characterized the events of the 1760s, as the American colonies began to assert their independence from British rule. The image is a powerful reminder of the courage and conviction of figures like Patrick Henry, who played a pivotal role in shaping the course of American history.
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