PENN. : TAR & FEATHER, 1794. The tarring and feathering of a tax collector at Pigeon Creek, Washington County, Pennsylvania, during the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794. Wood engraving, American, 1876
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PENN. : TAR & FEATHER, 1794. The tarring and feathering of a tax collector at Pigeon Creek, Washington County, Pennsylvania, during the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794. Wood engraving, American, 1876
PENN.: TAR & FEATHER, 1794. The tarring and feathering of a tax collector at Pigeon Creek, Washington County, Pennsylvania, during the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794. Wood engraving, American, 1876
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1794 Cruelty Feather Pennsylvania Riot Tarring And Feathering Tax Collector Whiskey Rebellion
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures a chilling moment in American history - the tarring and feathering of a tax collector during the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794. The scene unfolds at Pigeon Creek, Washington County, Pennsylvania, as an enraged mob unleashes their fury upon this unfortunate man. The wood engraving, created by an anonymous American artist in 1876, depicts the sheer brutality and cruelty that characterized this act of public punishment. The image showcases the exterior setting where chaos reigns supreme; it is a late evening scene filled with tension and unrest. The riotous atmosphere is palpable as individuals from all walks of life gather to witness this shocking spectacle unfold before them. Tar drips menacingly from buckets while feathers are scattered around like symbols of humiliation. In North America's early years, tax collection was often met with resistance due to its association with British rule and oppression. This particular incident occurred during the Whiskey Rebellion when farmers rebelled against taxes imposed on whiskey production. Through this haunting image, we are reminded of how far society has come since those tumultuous times. It serves as a stark reminder of our shared history and highlights the importance of understanding past struggles to shape a more just future.
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