"Raising the liberty pole," 1776 / painted by F.A. Chapman ; engraved by John C. McRae, N.Y.
Summary
Print shows the raising of a liberty pole in a village center on a festive occasion with many spectators, some appear to be disgruntled loyalists; in the background, several men are removing a sign bearing the likeness of King George III.
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Date
01/01/1875
Contributors
McRae, John C., engraver
Chapman, Frederick Augustus, 1818-1891, artist
Location
Source
Library of Congress
Copyright info
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