Excise Collection
"Excise: A Historical Journey Through Taxation and Customs" In 1939, Terry's exerciser for men took the world by storm with its promise of a fit and healthy physique
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"Excise: A Historical Journey Through Taxation and Customs" In 1939, Terry's exerciser for men took the world by storm with its promise of a fit and healthy physique. This advert showcased the importance of exercise in maintaining a strong body. Meanwhile, French customs officers utilized X-ray technology to detect smuggled goods. Their vigilant efforts ensured that illegal items were intercepted before they could enter the country. Traveling back to the 18th century, we delve into the realm of taxation. Governments imposed excise duties on various commodities as a means to generate revenue. These taxes played a significant role in shaping societies and funding public services. Customs procedures during the 19th century were crucial for regulating trade between nations. The meticulous inspection of goods at borders ensured compliance with import/export regulations while safeguarding national interests. The year 1774 witnessed an infamous event known as "The Bostonians Paying the Exciseman. " In this lithograph, enraged citizens tarred and feathered a tax collector who symbolized British authority imposing unjust taxes on American colonies. Continuing our exploration of this historical incident, another lithograph depicts Boston patriots forcefully pouring British tea onto a tax collector who had suffered tarring and feathering in 1773. This act became an iconic symbol of resistance against oppressive taxation policies. Moving across continents, we encounter Sir Robert Hart in his "Den" at Pekin (now Beijing). As Inspector-General of Chinese Customs during the late 19th century, he revolutionized China's customs administration system through modernization efforts and anti-corruption measures. Journeying further eastward brings us to Japan where we witness sketches from Yokohama's custom-house. This engraving captures bustling scenes depicting international trade activities that shaped Japan's economic growth during that era. Finally, we glimpse into Paris' customs barrier where contreband was discovered – contraband being illicit goods or smuggled items.