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"Raising the liberty pole," 1776 / painted by F.A. Chapman ; engraved by John C. McRae, N.Y.

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"Raising the liberty pole," 1776 / painted by F.A. Chapman ; engraved by John C. McRae, N.Y.

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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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01/01/1875
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McRae, John C., engraver
Chapman, Frederick Augustus, 1818-1891, artist
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