A pro-American newspaper from London...
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May 20, 1775
THE CRISIS newspaper from London, England, dated May 20, 1775
* Revolutionary War original reading
* Rare pro-America issue from the UK
In my 30+ years of dealing in rare newspapers I have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. This extraordinary paper (see the photos below) is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London both in defense of American liberty and their cause for independence, as well as to attack the policies of the King of England. One scholar noted: "This title, which is of great rarity, contains a remarkable collection of papers attacking the Ministry & the British Government in terms of the greatest severity. Indeed, one can hardly believe that in time of war a publication of such character would be tolerated."
The editors certainly did not lack courage. The third number was ordered to be burned but their attacks, centering on the King and the American situation, only grew bolder & stronger, and continued throughout the duration of the war.
Note the interesting content in the photos, with the text essentially being a very lengthy poem, or "Casca's Epistle to Lord North", being fascinating reading.
This issue is in very nice condition and measures about 7 by 11 inches. A very rare title, 6 pages, with some nice content as well. Note: this is not the "Crisis" pamphlet published by Thomas Paine.
* Revolutionary War original reading
* Rare pro-America issue from the UK
In my 30+ years of dealing in rare newspapers I have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. This extraordinary paper (see the photos below) is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London both in defense of American liberty and their cause for independence, as well as to attack the policies of the King of England. One scholar noted: "This title, which is of great rarity, contains a remarkable collection of papers attacking the Ministry & the British Government in terms of the greatest severity. Indeed, one can hardly believe that in time of war a publication of such character would be tolerated."
The editors certainly did not lack courage. The third number was ordered to be burned but their attacks, centering on the King and the American situation, only grew bolder & stronger, and continued throughout the duration of the war.
Note the interesting content in the photos, with the text essentially being a very lengthy poem, or "Casca's Epistle to Lord North", being fascinating reading.
This issue is in very nice condition and measures about 7 by 11 inches. A very rare title, 6 pages, with some nice content as well. Note: this is not the "Crisis" pamphlet published by Thomas Paine.
Category: Revolutionary War
