The Stamp Act of 1765, along with several other taxes levied by the British Parliament upon the American colonies, sparked widespread resistance due to the colonists’ belief that these measures represented unjust... Read more »
A brief, often handwritten message on a pictorial card, typically sent from a traveler to a friend or family member, expressing a sentiment of longing for their presence. This message serves as... Read more »
The 1765 Stamp Act, mandating tax stamps on printed materials in the American colonies, ignited widespread colonial resistance. This required colonists to pay a tax on legal documents, newspapers, pamphlets, playing cards,... Read more »
A pictorial card, typically depicting a scenic view or local landmark, serves as a tangible expression of longing and connection across distances. Often sent while traveling, these cards offer a glimpse into... Read more »
The Stamp Act of 1765 mandated that many printed materials in the American colonies, including legal documents, newspapers, pamphlets, and playing cards, carry a tax stamp purchased from British authorities. This tax... Read more »