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PHILADELPHIA NATIVIST RIOT. An anti-Catholic Native American mob, wearing tall beaver hats

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PHILADELPHIA NATIVIST RIOT. An anti-Catholic Native American mob, wearing tall beaver hats

PHILADELPHIA NATIVIST RIOT.
An anti-Catholic Native American mob, wearing tall beaver hats, battling the state militia in a riot in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1844. Contemporary lithograph

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1844 American Indian Anti Catholicism Battle Beaver Beaver Hat Costume Know Nothing Militia Militiaman Nativist Northeast Philadelphia Rifle Riot Southwark State Streetlight Troop


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This lithograph captures a pivotal moment in American history - the infamous Philadelphia Nativist Riot of 1844. In this chaotic scene, an anti-Catholic Native American mob clashes with the state militia on the streets of Philadelphia. The image showcases the distinctive attire worn by these rioters, who don tall beaver hats as they engage in battle. The lithograph offers a glimpse into the fervent anti-immigrant sentiment that gripped parts of America during this time. Known as "Know-Nothings" these nativist groups harbored deep-seated prejudices against Catholics and immigrants, particularly those from Ireland and Germany. The riot itself was sparked by tensions between native-born Protestants and Irish Catholic immigrants over control of local institutions such as schools and churches. Amidst the chaos, we see a diverse crowd gathered on both sides - militiamen armed with rifles facing off against members of the mob. The street is illuminated by a lone streetlight, casting eerie shadows on this tumultuous scene. This print serves as a reminder of our nation's complex past, where religious intolerance clashed with notions of freedom and equality. It invites us to reflect upon how far we have come since then while acknowledging that there is still work to be done in fostering inclusivity and understanding among different communities within our society.

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