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Join or Die Rattlesnake: Cartoon Benjamin Franklin Trucker Hat

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Looking to cheer your team, promote your brand, or simply keep the sun out of your eyes? Our custom hats are the perfect way to meet all these needs and more. Customise the front with a logo, design, or text and create an essential accessory that you will never leave behind!

  • Adjustable from 43.18 cm to 60.96 cm
  • 100% polyester foam front
  • Wide area to feature your design
  • 100% nylon mesh back keeps you cool
  • Available in 11 colour combinations
Recommended for ages 13+

This product can expose you to chemicals including Diisononyl phthalate (DINP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer / birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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Join or Die Rattlesnake: Cartoon Benjamin Franklin Trucker Hat

Join or Die Rattlesnake: Cartoon Benjamin Franklin Trucker Hat

The "Join or Die" snake cartoon, a powerful symbol of unity, was created by Benjamin Franklin in 1754. It emerged during a time of growing tension between the British colonies in North America and the French and their Native American allies. - The French and Indian War was looming, and Franklin, a delegate to the Albany Congress, recognised the need for colonial unity to effectively counter the combined threat. He saw the disjointed nature of the colonies as a major weakness, hindering their ability to mount a coordinated defence. - Drawing inspiration from various sources, including a French proverb and natural history illustrations, Franklin devised the "Join or Die" image. The severed snake, divided into eight segments representing the colonies, served as a stark warning. It conveyed the message that if the colonies remained divided, they would be vulnerable to attack and ultimately perish. - The cartoon was published in Franklin's newspaper, The Pennsylvania Gazette, on May 9, 1754. It quickly gained attention and sparked debate among colonists. Some saw it as a call to action, urging them to unite for their survival. Others dismissed it as alarmist and unnecessary. - Although the Albany Congress failed to achieve its goal of establishing a unified colonial government, the "Join or Die" cartoon left a lasting impact. It became a powerful symbol of colonial unity and foreshadowed the eventual coming together of the colonies during the American Revolution. - The "Join or Die" snake would later reappear during the Revolutionary War, reminding the colonists of the importance of their collective strength. It continues to be recognised as a significant piece of American history, representing the early calls for unity that ultimately led to the birth of a nation.

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Nearly didn't recieve this on time for fathers day but luckily did. pretty happy with it, my son gave this to my partner for fathers day and my partner absolutely loves it. good quality and just like pictured.
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I love this hat. The style and comfort it awesome. I really loved how quickly it arrived in time for me to promote my business. The printing was exactly what I wanted.

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Product ID: 148681003048963070
Added on 30/9/21, 11:32 am
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