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What does the sign “the folly of england and the ruin of america” mean?
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What does the sign “the folly of england and the ruin of america” mean?

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This sign was prior to the revolution in 1776.
"The folly of England" refers to unfairness of the tax of the stamp. If this tax's enforced, then it cause "Ruin of America" as it would Enrich England and take more money out of the American pockets.
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