SENSIBLE LIBERTY
Join Or Die T-Shirt
“Join or Die,” the inaugural political cartoon published in an American newspaper, depicts Benjamin Franklin’s call to the British colonies in America to unite against the French and Native American threats. The segmented snake symbolizes the individual colonies, labeled as “S.C., N.C., V., M., P., N.J., N.Y., [and] N.E.”
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Published in Benjamin Franklin's Pennsylvania Gazette on May 9, 1754, as part of an editorial addressing the fragmented state of the British Colonies, the woodcut illustration portrays a snake divided into eight pieces, each representing a colonial government. The image draws from the belief that a divided snake could be revived if its pieces were rejoined before sunset.
This drawing resonated with the public and was widely reproduced in other newspapers, underscoring Franklin's call for colonial unity against common adversaries.
The 100% cotton men's classic tee will help you land a more structured look. It sits nicely, maintains sharp lines around the edges, and goes perfectly with layered streetwear outfits. Plus, it's extra trendy now!
• 100% cotton
• Fabric weight: 5.0–5.3 oz/yd² (170-180 g/m²)
• Open-end yarn
• Tubular fabric
• Taped neck and shoulders
• Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
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