America triumphant and Britannia in distress
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America triumphant and Britannia in distress
America triumphant and Britannia in distress. A crude allegory of American prosperity and victory over England. Below the image an Explanation reads: I America sitting on that quarter of the globe with the Flag of the United States displayed over her head; holding in one hand the Olive branch, inviting the ships of all nations to partake of her commerce; and in the other hand supporting the Cap of Liberty. II Fame proclaiming the joyful news to all the world. III Britannia weeping at the loss of the trade of America, attended with an evil genius. IV The British flag struck, on her strong Fortresses. V French, Spanish, Dutch &c shipping in the harbours of America. VI A view of New York wherein is exhibited the Trator sic Arnold, taken with remorse for selling his country? and Judas like hanging himself. America is represented by a Minerva figure, seated beneath a dead tree, with a shield bearing a snake. The shield is ringed with another snake, the Uroborus. The American flag has thirteen stars. Date 1782. America triumphant and Britannia in distress. A crude allegory of American prosperity and victory over England. Below the image an Explanation reads: I America sitting on that quarter of the globe with the Flag of the United States displayed over her head; holding in one hand the Olive branch, inviting the ships of all nations to partake of her commerce; and in the other hand supporting the Cap of Liberty. II Fame proclaiming the joyful news to all the world. III Britannia weeping at the loss of the trade of America, attended with an evil genius. IV The British flag struck, on her strong Fortresses. V French, Spanish, Dutch &c shipping in the harbours of America. VI A view of New York wherein is exhibited the Trator sic Arnold, taken with remorse for selling his country? and Judas like hanging himself. America is represented by a Minerva figure, seated beneath a dead tree, with a shield bearing a snake. The shield is ringed with another snake, the Uroborus
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This powerful and evocative image, titled "America Triumphant and Britannia in Distress," dates back to 1782 and serves as a crude allegory of American prosperity and victory over England during the Revolutionary War. The print depicts America, represented as a Minerva figure, triumphantly seated on a quarter of the globe, with the American flag flying above her head. In one hand, she holds an olive branch, extending an invitation for commerce to all nations, while in the other, she supports the Cap of Liberty. II. Fame, personified as a woman, stands nearby, proclaiming the joyful news of America's victory to the world. III. Britannia, symbolizing England, is depicted in distress, weeping over the loss of America's trade. An evil genius accompanies her, adding to her despair. IV. The British flag is shown being struck on Britannia's strong fortresses, symbolizing the defeat of the British forces. V. French, Spanish, Dutch, and other ships are shown in the harbors of America, highlighting the newfound alliances and trading opportunities. VI. A separate vignette in the print shows Arnold Traitor, a notorious American turncoat, taken with remorse for betraying his country. He is depicted hanging himself, much like Judas, symbolizing the consequences of treachery. The American flag in the image features thirteen stars, representing the original colonies that declared their independence from England. The shield America holds bears a snake, symbolizing the resilience and adaptability of the American people. The snake is encircled by the Uroboros, a symbol of eternity and renewal. This print serves as a testament to the determination and triumph of the American people during the Revolutionary War and their emergence as a global power.
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