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WARFARE: SCALPING, 1724. Order of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, 17 November 1724
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WARFARE: SCALPING, 1724. Order of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, 17 November 1724
WARFARE: SCALPING, 1724.
Order of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, 17 November 1724, authorizing payment of rewards for Native American scalps
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1724 American Indian Colonial Cruelty Cursive Document Finance House Of Representatives Legislation Legislature Massachusetts Bay Colony November Order Reward Warfare Bounty Scalping
EDITORS COMMENTS
The print titled "WARFARE: SCALPING, 1724" captures a significant historical document that sheds light on the brutal realities of early colonial America. The Order of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, dated 17 November 1724, authorized the payment of rewards for Native American scalps. This chilling piece of legislation highlights the dark and cruel side of warfare during this period. In this cursive-written document, we witness the financial aspect associated with acts of violence against indigenous people. The Massachusetts Bay Colony's legislature approved bounties to be paid out for each scalp brought in by colonists as proof of their conquests. This disturbing practice reveals a deep-seated animosity towards Native Americans and underscores the violent nature inherent in early colonial interactions. This photograph serves as a reminder that history is not always filled with noble tales but also encompasses moments stained by cruelty and prejudice. It prompts us to reflect on how far society has come since those times while acknowledging the importance of understanding our past to shape a more inclusive future. "The Granger Collection" presents this image without any commercial intent, allowing viewers to engage critically with our shared history and contemplate its implications on present-day relationships between different cultures and communities.
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