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A tax collector tarred and feathered during the Whiskey Rebellion or Whiskey Insurrection of 1791 - 1794 when citizens rose up to protest a tax on alcoholic drinks which had been raised to offset the costs of the Revolutionary War. During three years of unrest, which was eventually quelled with Federal troops, several people were killed and many arrested
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A tax collector tarred and feathered during the Whiskey Rebellion or Whiskey Insurrection of 1791 - 1794 when citizens rose up to protest a tax on alcoholic drinks which had been raised to offset the costs of the Revolutionary War. During three years of unrest, which was eventually quelled with Federal troops, several people were killed and many arrested
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© Ken Welsh
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This print captures a chilling moment from the Whiskey Rebellion or Whiskey Insurrection of 1791-1794, an uprising that saw citizens take to the streets in protest against a tax on alcoholic drinks. In their fight against this taxation, which aimed to offset the costs of the Revolutionary War, tensions escalated and unrest spread throughout the land. The image depicts a tax collector who has fallen victim to a brutal act of punishment: being tarred and feathered. This barbaric practice involved covering an individual in hot tar before applying feathers, causing immense pain and humiliation. It serves as a stark reminder of the lengths people were willing to go to express their discontent with oppressive taxation. During three years of intense turmoil, Federal troops eventually quelled these protests; however, not without significant loss. Lives were tragically lost during this period, and countless individuals found themselves arrested for participating in acts of rebellion. This historical engraving offers us a glimpse into America's past—a time when citizens fought passionately for their rights and freedoms. It stands as a testament to both the resilience and determination exhibited by those who dared challenge authority during this tumultuous era. Ken Welsh's expertly preserved vintage print allows us to reflect upon this pivotal moment in American history—an event that shaped our nation's future trajectory while reminding us never to underestimate the power of collective action when faced with injustice.
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