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Parson's Cause
Definition by Harrison W. Mark

Parson's Cause

The Parson's Cause was a legal and political controversy that arose in the British colony of Virginia in the early 1760s. In response to the royal veto of the Two Penny Act, a policy passed by Virginia's House of Burgesses, a young lawyer...
Patrick Henry
Definition by Harrison W. Mark

Patrick Henry

Patrick Henry (1736-1799) was a Virginian lawyer and politician who played a vital role in the American Revolution (c. 1765-1789). Known for his brilliant oration, including the famous Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death speech, Henry served...
One Penny Stamp from the Stamp Act of 1765
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One Penny Stamp from the Stamp Act of 1765

One penny stamp issued during the Stamp Act of 1765, cropped from the proof sheet. Unknown engraver, 1765.
Proof Sheet of One Penny Stamps Issued During the Stamp Act
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Proof Sheet of One Penny Stamps Issued During the Stamp Act

A proof sheet of the one penny stamps issued as part of the Stamp Act of 1765. By an unknown engraver, 1765.
Penny Black Stamp
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Penny Black Stamp

A Penny Black postage stamp, the first of its kind when introduced in Britain in 1840.
Silver Penny of King John
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Silver Penny of King John

A silver penny minted during the reign of King John of England (r. 1199 to 1216 CE)
Silver Penny of Alfred the Great
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Silver Penny of Alfred the Great

Silver penny of Alfred the Great (r. 871-899 CE), minted in Wessex. British Museum, London
Silver Penny of David II of Scotland
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Silver Penny of David II of Scotland

A silver penny minted in the 1350s CE during the reign of David II of Scotland (r. 1329-1371 CE). Image by Classical Numismatic Group, Inc. http://www.cngcoins.com
Sports, Games & Entertainment in the Elizabethan Era
Article by Mark Cartwright

Sports, Games & Entertainment in the Elizabethan Era

Leisure activities in the Elizabethan era (1558-1603 CE) became more varied than in any previous period of English history and more professional with what might be called the first genuine entertainment industry providing the public with...
Victorian Christmas Cards
Article by Mark Cartwright

Victorian Christmas Cards

Printed Christmas cards became popular in the Victorian period (1837-1901) thanks to a combination of cheaper printing techniques and even cheaper post, with the arrival of the Penny Black postage stamp. Coming in all shapes, sizes, and materials...
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