Poster Print : Stamp Act, New York
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Stamp Act, New York
Stamp Act introduced in New York - troops escort the stamped paper to the city hall, New York
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Media ID 570822
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Escort Independence Introduced Stamp Stamped
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience history come to life with our stunning selection of poster prints from the Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Stamp Act, New York" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This iconic photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back to 1765, as British soldiers escort stamped paper to New York City Hall, marking the introduction of the infamous Stamp Act. Bring this significant moment in American history into your home or office with our high-quality, vibrant prints. Perfect for educators, history enthusiasts, or anyone seeking to add a touch of timelessness to their space. Order yours today and relive the past in brilliant detail.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 a pivotal moment in American history as troops escort stamped paper to New York City Hall following the introduction of the Stamp Act in 1765. The Stamp Act, a British parliamentary measure designed to raise revenue by requiring printed materials in the American colonies to carry a tax stamp, was met with fierce resistance from the colonists who saw it as a violation of their rights as British subjects. In this photograph, soldiers, likely British redcoats, can be seen carefully carrying bundles of stamped paper through the bustling streets of New York City. The citizens of the city watch with a mixture of curiosity, apprehension, and defiance as the troops make their way to City Hall. The scene is a snapshot of the growing tension between the colonies and the British government, a tension that would ultimately lead to the American Revolution. The Stamp Act was just one of many grievances that fueled the colonists' desire for independence. It represented a clear infringement on their rights and a challenge to their self-governance. The image of the troops escorting the stamped paper through the streets of New York City serves as a powerful reminder of the events that led to the birth of a new nation. This photograph is a valuable historical document that offers a glimpse into the past and sheds light on the complex and often contentious relationship between the American colonies and the British government in the years leading up to the Revolution. It is a testament to the power of historical images to transport us back in time and help us understand the context and significance of the events that shaped our world.
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