July 23, 1846 Henry David Thoreau is arrested and jailed for civil disobedience against the Massachusetts Poll Tax. Take a look at the events of that day as well as the life and legacy of Thoreau.

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civil disobedience, henry david thoreau

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henry d. thoreau, masshumanities: mass moments: henry david thoreau spends night in jail, thoreau, thoreau and civil disobedience

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