This Join or Die flag is one-of-a-kind and limited edition.
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“Join, or Die” is a well-known political cartoon, created by Benjamin Franklin and first published in his Pennsylvania Gazette on May 9, 1754.[1] The original publication by the Gazette is the earliest known pictorial representation of colonial union produced by a British colonist in America.[2] It is a woodcut showing a snake cut into eighths, with each segment labeled with the initials of one of the thirteen American colonies or region. New England was represented as one segment, rather than the four colonies it was at that time. In addition, Delaware (then a part of Pennsylvania) and Georgia were omitted completely. Thus, it has 8 segments of snake rather than the traditional 13 colonies.[3] The two northernmost British American colonies at the time, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland, were not represented, nor were any British Caribbean possessions. The cartoon appeared along with Franklin’s editorial about the “disunited state” of the colonies, and helped make his point about the importance of colonial unity. This cartoon was used in the French and Indian War to symbolize that the colonies needed to join together with Great Britain to defeat the French and Indians. It became a symbol of colonial freedom during the American Revolutionary War.
This series is limited to only 30 flags and each one is hand numbered and signed.
Like all of my other unique pieces, this flag is handmade and has been given a vintage distressed look. Originally a 1-dimensional idea, I brought this piece to life making it 3-dimensional and textured. The flag also has a black frame around it.
This flag would be a great addition to any room in your household and is certain to be a conversation starter and history lesson all in one!
It is available in 30”x48″ and 46”x60.” Please use the drop down menu for pricing!
Hanging wire included.
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