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Torch light procession in New York, 1844. Creator: Unknown.

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Torch light procession in New York, 1844. A parade held by supporters of James Knox Polk, winner of the presidential election. 'The large building to the left off the view is Tammany Hall, brilliantly illuminated; the balconies filled with company hurraing with extacy; and the steps crowded with spectators. Across the street is suspended, from the attic of the hall to a lofty young hickory-tree, a large banner, inscribed with the candidate's name[s - Polk & George M. Dallas]. In the procession are a large eagle, backed by a wreath; a huge ship, inscribed "Free Trade", and "Sailors' Rights", on the sails; and a large transparent star, inscribed "Texas"; whilst the brilliancy of the whole is heightened by a powerful Drummond light'. From "Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V.

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Photo12/Heritage Images/The Print Collector

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HRM21A07_493

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Droits gérés

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58,6Mo (6,2Mo) / 34,9cm x 42,0cm / 4126 x 4960 (300dpi)

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