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Puritan Collection (page 6)

The Puritans, a group of English Protestants who sought to purify the Church of England from within, played a significant role in shaping early American history

Background imagePuritan Collection: The Proctor and Parator, titlepage of a tract on the abuses

The Proctor and Parator, titlepage of a tract on the abuses
STC347564 The Proctor and Parator, titlepage of a tract on the abuses and exorbitances of the Spiritual Courts, 1641 (woodcut) by English School

Background imagePuritan Collection: Our Victorious Fleets in Cuban Waters, pub. 1898 (colour litho)

Our Victorious Fleets in Cuban Waters, pub. 1898 (colour litho)
2630677 Our Victorious Fleets in Cuban Waters, pub. 1898 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Background imagePuritan Collection: Colonel Robert Lilburne (1613-65) illustration from

Colonel Robert Lilburne (1613-65) illustration from
XJF145425 Colonel Robert Lilburne (1613-65) illustration from Portraits of Characters Illustrious in British History, engraved by Robert Dunkarton (1744-c.1817) (mezzotint) (b/w photo) by Cooper

Background imagePuritan Collection: John Tradescant the Elder and his Wife Elizabeth, 1656 (oil on canvas)

John Tradescant the Elder and his Wife Elizabeth, 1656 (oil on canvas)
AMO96915 John Tradescant the Elder and his Wife Elizabeth, 1656 (oil on canvas) by English School, (17th century); 73x117 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imagePuritan Collection: John Tradescant the Elder, 17th century (oil on canvas)

John Tradescant the Elder, 17th century (oil on canvas)
AMO153232 John Tradescant the Elder, 17th century (oil on canvas) by Critz, Emmanuel de (1608-65); 79x62 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imagePuritan Collection: Antonio Tamburini (1800-76) as Riccardo in I Puritani

Antonio Tamburini (1800-76) as Riccardo in I Puritani
CWA123981 Antonio Tamburini (1800-76) as Riccardo in I Puritani, from Recollections of the Italian Opera, engraved by Richard James Lane (1800-72), 1836 (colour litho) by Chalon

Background imagePuritan Collection: Frontispiece to An Exact Collection of Choicest Poems and Songs from 1639-1661

Frontispiece to An Exact Collection of Choicest Poems and Songs from 1639-1661
XJF106669 Frontispiece to An Exact Collection of Choicest Poems and Songs from 1639-1661 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imagePuritan Collection: Rule XIII: Worm casts may be removed... without penalty

Rule XIII: Worm casts may be removed... without penalty
STC193225 Rule XIII: Worm casts may be removed...without penalty... from Rules of Golf, published c.1905 (colour litho) by Crombie

Background imagePuritan Collection: Misled: The Ambassador of the Rascals Exposes himself from the Window of

Misled: The Ambassador of the Rascals Exposes himself from the Window of
4071466 Misled: The Ambassador of the Rascals Exposes himself from the Window of t Bokki Tavern in the Haarlemmerhout, c.1739 (oil on canvas) by Troost, Cornelis (1697-1750); 157x104 cm; Rijksmuseum

Background imagePuritan Collection: Womans costume in reign of the Cromwells (1649-1660)

Womans costume in reign of the Cromwells (1649-1660)
3780839 Womans costume in reign of the Cromwells (1649-1660) by Calthrop, Dion Clayton (1875-1937); (add.info.: Womans costume in reign of the Cromwells (1649 -1660)

Background imagePuritan Collection: With purpose to catch a kiss

With purpose to catch a kiss
931024 With purpose to catch a kiss by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scarlet Letter, published by Metheun & Co circa 1920); British, out of copyright

Background imagePuritan Collection: She beheld the minister advancing

She beheld the minister advancing
931021 She beheld the minister advancing by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scarlet Letter, published by Metheun & Co circa 1920); British, out of copyright

Background imagePuritan Collection: She beheld the old physician in quest of roots and herbs

She beheld the old physician in quest of roots and herbs
931018 She beheld the old physician in quest of roots and herbs by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scarlet Letter, published by Metheun & Co circa 1920); British

Background imagePuritan Collection: None so self-devoted as Hester

None so self-devoted as Hester
931016 None so self-devoted as Hester by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scarlet Letter, published by Metheun & Co circa 1920); British, out of copyright

Background imagePuritan Collection: To such an unwanted remotemess

To such an unwanted remotemess
931013 To such an unwanted remotemess by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scarlet Letter, published by Metheun & Co circa 1920); British, out of copyright

Background imagePuritan Collection: Mr Dimmersdales flock

Mr Dimmersdales flock
931010 Mr Dimmersdales flock by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scarlet Letter, published by Metheun & Co circa 1920); British, out of copyright

Background imagePuritan Collection: Into the sunny day was thrust the face of Mistress Hibbens

Into the sunny day was thrust the face of Mistress Hibbens
931009 Into the sunny day was thrust the face of Mistress Hibbens by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scarlet Letter, published by Metheun & Co circa 1920); British

Background imagePuritan Collection: Governor Bellingham appeared to be showing off his estate

Governor Bellingham appeared to be showing off his estate
931007 Governor Bellingham appeared to be showing off his estate by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scarlet Letter, published by Metheun & Co circa 1920); British

Background imagePuritan Collection: Illuminating... the dusky mirror

Illuminating... the dusky mirror
931000 Illuminating.....the dusky mirror by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scarlet Letter, published by Metheun & Co circa 1920); British, out of copyright

Background imagePuritan Collection: 'Goodwives, 'said a hard featured dame, 'I

"Goodwives, "said a hard featured dame, "I
930998 " Goodwives, " said a hard featured dame, " I ll tell ye a piece of my mind" by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scarlet Letter)

Background imagePuritan Collection: Portrait of Benjamin Whichcote (engraving)

Portrait of Benjamin Whichcote (engraving)
820049 Portrait of Benjamin Whichcote (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Benjamin Whichcote, British Establishment and Puritan divine)

Background imagePuritan Collection: The Puritan and Christmas Time (engraving)

The Puritan and Christmas Time (engraving)
1049506 The Puritan and Christmas Time (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Puritan and Christmas Time)

Background imagePuritan Collection: Demolition of Cheapside Cross, destroyed by Parliamentarians during the Civil War

Demolition of Cheapside Cross, destroyed by Parliamentarians during the Civil War, by which time they had come to be seen as symbols of royal oppression Date: 1643

Background imagePuritan Collection: William Fenner, Rector of Rochford, 1656. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar

William Fenner, Rector of Rochford, 1656. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
William Fenner, Rector of Rochford, 1656

Background imagePuritan Collection: Scene from 'I Puritani', at Her Majestys Theatre - Lablache and Fornasari

Scene from "I Puritani", at Her Majestys Theatre - Lablache and Fornasari
Scene from " I Puritani", at Her Majestys Theatre - Lablache and Fornasari, 1845. London stage production of an opera by Vincenzo Bellini

Background imagePuritan Collection: The Proscribed Royalist, January 15, 1858. Creator: William Henry Simmons

The Proscribed Royalist, January 15, 1858. Creator: William Henry Simmons
The Proscribed Royalist, January 15, 1858

Background imagePuritan Collection: A Rain-beau c. 1790

A Rain-beau c. 1790
A Rain-beau - a fashionable young man wearing a tall pilgrim or Puritan-style hat, striped waistcoat, short boots revealing striped stockings, tight breeches, and carrying a parasol or umbrella

Background imagePuritan Collection: PURITANISM IN COLONIES

PURITANISM IN COLONIES
The Puritan governor interrupting the Christmas sports Date: 1621

Background imagePuritan Collection: PURITAN GIRLS DANCING

PURITAN GIRLS DANCING
Puritan girls caught dancing Date: circa 1650

Background imagePuritan Collection: PURITAN FAMILY 1563

PURITAN FAMILY 1563
A Puritan family - father sits separately, while his pregnant wife sits with their 4 children nestled around her. One child holds a stick surmounted by a horses head Date: 1563

Background imagePuritan Collection: Puritan family eating at home

Puritan family eating at home
A family meal in the early part of the 17th century Date: Circa 1640

Background imagePuritan Collection: NATIVE AMERICANS INTRUDE

NATIVE AMERICANS INTRUDE
Native Americans interrupt a Puritan church service Date: circa 1700

Background imagePuritan Collection: PURITAN SATIRE

PURITAN SATIRE
A satirical view of a protestant bishops. Of God, Of Man, Of the Devell Date: circa 1644

Background imagePuritan Collection: SATIRE ON PURITAN MILIT

SATIRE ON PURITAN MILIT
A satire on Puritan military skill.s W Waller looses two armys yet getts by ye bargaine Date: circa 1642

Background imagePuritan Collection: Puritan demonstrations against monarchy, 1643

Puritan demonstrations against monarchy, 1643
Puritan demonstrations in London against the monarchy. Their actions included pulling down the cross at Cheapside and burning Catholic texts where the cross had stood. Date: May 1643

Background imagePuritan Collection: PURITANS 1641

PURITANS 1641
A satirical view of a Puritan (Cromwell piping in Lord Fairfax). Date: 1641

Background imagePuritan Collection: A Puritan weaving cloth

A Puritan weaving cloth
A satirical view of a Puritan weaving cloth. Date: c.1642

Background imagePuritan Collection: Puritans in a Monastery

Puritans in a Monastery
Puritan soldiers plunder a monastery during the English Civil War. Date: circa 1642

Background imagePuritan Collection: Puritan Soldier Preaches

Puritan Soldier Preaches
Puritan soldier preaching to fellow soldiers in church. Date: circa 1642

Background imagePuritan Collection: Burgomaster Jan van Duren (1613-1687), ca. 1666-67. Creator: Gerard Terborch II

Burgomaster Jan van Duren (1613-1687), ca. 1666-67. Creator: Gerard Terborch II
Burgomaster Jan van Duren (1613-1687), ca. 1666-67

Background imagePuritan Collection: Margaretha van Haexbergen (1614-1676), ca. 1666-67. Creator: Gerard Terborch II

Margaretha van Haexbergen (1614-1676), ca. 1666-67. Creator: Gerard Terborch II
Margaretha van Haexbergen (1614-1676), ca. 1666-67

Background imagePuritan Collection: Prynne, (1600-1669), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Prynne, (1600-1669), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Prynne, (1600-1669), 1830. William Prynne (1600-1669) English lawyer, author, and polemicist educated at Oriel College, Oxford and Lincolns Inn

Background imagePuritan Collection: Richard Baxter, (1615-1691), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Richard Baxter, (1615-1691), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Richard Baxter, (1615-1691), 1830. Richard Baxter (1615-1691) English Puritan church leader, poet, theologian, and controversialist. From " Biographical Illustrations", by Alfred Howard

Background imagePuritan Collection: John Bastwick, (1593-1654), 1830. Creator: Unknown

John Bastwick, (1593-1654), 1830. Creator: Unknown
John Bastwick, (1593-1654), 1830. John Bastwick (1593-1654) English Puritan physician and controversial writer. From " Biographical Illustrations", by Alfred Howard. [Thomas Tegg, R

Background imagePuritan Collection: Portrait of John Winthrop the second, in Puritan dress of Massachusetts, c1640-50

Portrait of John Winthrop the second, in Puritan dress of Massachusetts, c1640-50
Portrait of John Winthrop the Younger the second, showing the typical garb of the Puritan in the Massachusetts Colony, c1640-50, (1937)

Background imagePuritan Collection: Charles I demanding the five members in the House of Commons, 1773. Creator: Charles Grignion

Charles I demanding the five members in the House of Commons, 1773. Creator: Charles Grignion
Charles the first demanding the five members in the House of Commons, 1773. Charles I (1600-1649) calls for the arrest of the Five Members John Pym, John Hampden, Denzil Holles

Background imagePuritan Collection: Puritans Barricading Their House Against Indians, (1877). Creator: Albert Bobbett

Puritans Barricading Their House Against Indians, (1877). Creator: Albert Bobbett
Puritans Barricading Their House Against Indians, (1877). European settlers colonised the east coast of what is now the United States in the early 17th century

Background imagePuritan Collection: Virginians Defending Themselves Against Indians, (1877). Creator: Albert Bobbett

Virginians Defending Themselves Against Indians, (1877). Creator: Albert Bobbett
Virginians Defending Themselves Against Indians, (1877). European settlers colonised the east coast of what is now the United States in the early 17th century



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The Puritans, a group of English Protestants who sought to purify the Church of England from within, played a significant role in shaping early American history. Their journey began aboard the Mayflower at sea in 1620, as Pilgrims seeking religious freedom crossed treacherous waters to reach the shores of what would become Plymouth. Fast forward to 1637, and we find ourselves witnessing the trial of Anne Hutchinson at Boston. This courageous woman challenged traditional gender roles and religious authority, ultimately paying a heavy price for her beliefs. The wood engraving capturing this moment serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by those who dared to question societal norms. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean, Oliver Cromwell led his forces into battle at Edgehill during the English Civil War. His victory marked a turning point for Puritan influence in England and set the stage for future political developments. Back in America, Salem became synonymous with hysteria and injustice during the infamous witch trials of 1692. Court records reveal chilling testimonies that tore communities apart as innocent lives were lost amidst accusations fueled by fear and superstition. Yet not all Puritan stories end tragically; some found solace in new settlements like Hartford, Connecticut. These first settlers forged their own path away from persecution and established communities where they could practice their faith freely. However, not everyone was fortunate enough to escape punishment. Families banished from Puritan Massachusetts faced hardship as they tried to rebuild their lives elsewhere – reminders that dissent often came with severe consequences. Throughout these tumultuous times, influential figures such as Cotton Mather emerged with works like his Witchcraft book published in 1689 – texts that both perpetuated fears surrounding witchcraft while also documenting an era steeped in paranoia.