The Fries Rebellion 1798-99; An Armed Resistance to the House Tax Law, Passed by Congress, July 9, 1798,

in Bucks and Northampton Counties, Pennsylvania

William Watts Hart Davis

• Publisher: Porirua Publishing
• Year: 2024
• ISBN:
  9781991305565
• Topic: History
• Subtopic: Military & Maritime History
• Index: History

Uncover the dramatic and turbulent history of early American resistance with William Watts Hart Davis's The Fries Rebellion 1798-99: An Armed Resistance to the House Tax Law, Passed by Congress, July 9, 1798, in Bucks and Northampton Counties, Pennsylvania. This meticulously researched work delves into one of the lesser-known but significant uprisings in American history, offering a comprehensive account of the events and the people involved in the Fries Rebellion.Davis, a respected historian, provides a detailed narrative of the rebellion that erupted in response to the federal house tax imposed by Congress in 1798. Through vivid storytelling and thorough analysis, he brings to life the passionate resistance led by John Fries and the farmers of Bucks and Northampton Counties, Pennsylvania, who stood against what they viewed as an unjust and oppressive tax.The Fries Rebellion 1798-99 explores the socio-political context of the late 18th century, highlighting the tensions between rural communities and the federal government. Davis examines the motivations, strategies, and consequences of the rebellion, providing a nuanced understanding of the complex relationship between taxation, representation, and civil disobedience in the young republic.Readers will gain insight into the legal proceedings, military actions, and eventual pardon that marked the resolution of the rebellion. Davis's work not only sheds light on this specific historical event but also contributes to a broader understanding of the challenges and conflicts that shaped the early United States.This book is an essential read for historians, students, and anyone interested in the revolutionary spirit of early America. Through careful documentation and engaging prose, Davis captures the essence of the Fries Rebellion, making The Fries Rebellion 1798-99 a valuable addition to the study of American history.

Table of contents

• Title page
• TABLE OF CONTENTS
• ILLUSTRATIONS.
• Dedication.
• PREFACE.
• THREATENING LETTER.
• CHAPTER I. — Cause of the Rebellion; John Fries.
• CHAPTER II. — The Insurgents Prepare to Resist the Law.
• CHAPTER III. — Fries Captures the Assessors.
• CHAPTER IV. — Opposition to the House Tax Law in Northampton.
• CHAPTER V. — The Marshal Makes Arrests in Northampton.
• CHAPTER VI. — Rescue of the Prisoners at Bethlehem.
• CHAPTER VII. — The President Issues His Proclamation.
• CHAPTER VIII. — Troops Called Out to Suppress the Insurrection.
• CHAPTER IX. — Rev. Charles Henry Helmuth Issues an Address
• CHAPTER X. — The Army Marches From Quakertown to Allentown, and Returns to Philadelphia via Reading.
• CHAPTER XI. — Trial of John Fries.
• CHAPTER XII. — Pardon of Fries.
• CHAPTER XIII. — Conclusion.
• APPENDIX.