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The first flag of independence raised in the South, by the citizens of Savannah, Ga. November 8th, 1860. A view of the public meeting in Johnson Square, Savannah, prompted by news of Lincolns election, where a resolution was adopted for a state secession convention. In the nocturnal scene, the square is crowded with animated spectators surrounding an obelisk, where a banner emblazoned with the image of a coiled rattlesnake and the words Our Motto Southern Rights, Equality of the States, Don t Tread on Me is displayed. The scene is lit by fireworks and a bonfire. The old City Exchange building is visible beyond the monument. Unlike copies of the print described in The Confederate Image and Citizens in Conflict, the Librarys impression of this image was printed from only one stone (black). It is inscribed in the lower left margin area: Presented by Jos Prendergast to John Devereaux Nov 1860. J. P. helped to make the above Banner and himself painted the lettering thereon.. Date 1860. The first flag of independence raised in the South, by the citizens of Savannah, Ga. November 8th, 1860. A view of the public meeting in Johnson Square, Savannah, prompted by news of Lincolns election, where a resolution was adopted for a state secession convention. In the nocturnal scene, the square is crowded with animated spectators surrounding an obelisk, where a banner emblazoned with the image of a coiled rattlesnake and the words Our Motto Southern Rights, Equality of the States, Don t Tread on Me is displayed. The scene is lit by fireworks and a bonfire. The old City Exchange building is visible beyond the monument. Unlike copies of the print described in The Confederate Image and Citizens in Conflict, the Librarys impression of this image was printed from only one stone (black). It is inscribed in the lower left margin area: Presented by Jos Prendergast to John Devereaux Nov 1860. J. P. helped to make the above Banner and himself painted the lettering thereon.. Date 1860
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print depicts the historic moment when the first flag of independence was raised in the South, on November 8, 1860, in Savannah, Georgia. The scene unfolds in Johnson Square, where an animated crowd has gathered around an obelisk in response to news of Abraham Lincoln's election. The banner they have raised, emblazoned with a coiled rattlesnake and the words "Southern Rights, Equality of the States, Don't Tread on Me," symbolizes their commitment to secession. The nocturnal setting is illuminated by fireworks and a bonfire, adding to the sense of excitement and defiance. In the background, the old City Exchange building stands as a reminder of the city's past. This print, which was presented by Jos Prendergast to John Devereaux in November 1860, is a unique and valuable historical artifact. Unlike other known copies of this image, the Library's impression was printed from only one stone, resulting in a striking image. The lower left margin is inscribed with Prendergast's signature and a note indicating that he helped create the banner and painted its lettering. This print offers a rare glimpse into the passionate and pivotal moments of American history as the South prepared to secede from the Union.
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