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[Patrick Henry before the Virginia House of Burgesses May 30, 1765]
Summary
Print shows Patrick Henry delivering a speech against the Stamp Act of 1765, "If this be treason, make the most of it."
Title from original painting by Peter F. Rothermel after which the engraving was made. Painting in collection of Red Hill, Patrick Henry National Memorial, Brookneal, Virginia.
Reference print in LOT 4412 AC.
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Date
01/01/1852
Contributors
Jones, Alfred, 1819-1900, engraver
Rothermel, Peter Frederick, 1812-1895, artist
Location
Williamsburg, 37.27070, -76.70745
Source
Library of Congress
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No known restrictions on publication.
