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HISTORY OF USA: STAMP ACT (1765-1766). Embossed tax stamp issued by the British government for use in the American colonies in 1765
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HISTORY OF USA: STAMP ACT (1765-1766). Embossed tax stamp issued by the British government for use in the American colonies in 1765
HISTORY OF USA: STAMP ACT
(1765-1766). Embossed tax stamp issued by the British government for use in the American colonies in 1765
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 6248010
Artifact Colonial Colony Great Britain Imperial Stamp Stamp Act
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a significant artifact from the early history of the United States: the embossed tax stamp issued by the British government for use in the American colonies during 1765-1766, known as the Stamp Act. This act was a pivotal moment that ignited colonial resistance and ultimately led to America's fight for independence. The image captures an exquisite example of this historic tax stamp, which served as a symbol of British imperial control over its American colonies. The intricate design and craftsmanship reflect both the power and authority exerted by Great Britain at that time. As we delve into this artifact, we are transported back to 18th-century America, where tensions were rising between colonists and their mother country. The Stamp Act imposed taxes on various legal documents, newspapers, pamphlets, and even playing cards - items essential to daily life in colonial society. This photograph not only offers us a glimpse into our nation's past but also serves as a reminder of how far we have come since those tumultuous times. It stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of our founding fathers who fought against unjust taxation without representation. In preserving this piece of history through art, Granger Art on Demand allows us to appreciate both its aesthetic beauty and historical significance.
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