SHAYS REBELLION, 1787. The armed confrontation between Daniel Shays rebels and government troops before the arsenal at Springfield, Massachusetts, on 26 January 1787. Wood engraving, 19th century
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SHAYS REBELLION, 1787. The armed confrontation between Daniel Shays rebels and government troops before the arsenal at Springfield, Massachusetts, on 26 January 1787. Wood engraving, 19th century
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1787 Arsenal Daniel Massachusetts Rebellion Revolutionary Shay Shays Shays Rebellion Springfield Troop
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This print captures the intense and historic moment of the Shays Rebellion in 1787. The wood engraving, created in the 19th century, vividly depicts the armed confrontation between Daniel Shays rebels and government troops before the arsenal at Springfield, Massachusetts. In this scene frozen in time, we witness a clash of ideologies and aspirations for a new nation. The rebellion was born out of frustration with economic hardships faced by farmers after the American Revolutionary War. Led by Daniel Shays, these rebels sought to challenge perceived injustices and fight against oppressive policies. The image showcases a tense standoff between two opposing forces - on one side stand determined rebels demanding change while on the other stands an imposing line of government troops ready to defend their authority. This visual representation encapsulates both defiance and desperation as each side confronts its own fears and convictions. The significance of this event cannot be overstated; it served as a catalyst for discussions about governmental power, leading to important revisions within America's fledgling democracy. It reminds us that progress is often achieved through struggle and dissent. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from The Granger Collection's archives, we are transported back to that fateful day in January 1787 when ordinary citizens dared to challenge established authority. This powerful image serves as a reminder of our collective past and encourages us to reflect on how far we have come as a nation since those tumultuous times.
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