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REVOLUTIONARY WAR: POLITICAL CARTOON in the London Magazine (England) dated November, 1776. ...
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REVOLUTIONARY WAR: POLITICAL CARTOON in the London Magazine (England) dated November, 1776. British Revolutionary War era monthly news magazine, 8 1/2" x 5", 54 pgs. Contains a blank back engraved political cartoon titled: "NEWS FROM AMERICA, OR THE PATRIOTS IN THE DUMPS." This political cartoon depicts the British ministry celebrating the capture of New York during the American Revolutionary War , while American patriots are shown in distress. The cartoon reflects the initial British success in the war and the corresponding despair among those supporting the American cause. The cartoon, created around November 1776, shows Lord North presenting a dispatch about the British victory to King George III and other officials. On the left side, figures representing American patriots, including John Wilkes , are shown in despair. A woman with a liberty cap, symbolizing America, is depicted weeping. The scene captures the contrasting reactions to the news, with British triumph and American sorrow.This issue also contains a 2-page news report on the defeat of George Washington and the capture of New York City by British forces in the Battle of Long Island.
Condition: Disbound, partial separation, overall fine.
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2025 October 24 - 25 Americana & Political Signature® Auction #6324 (go to Auction Home page)
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