What is a tanner in colonial America?

In colonial America, a tanner was an artisan specializing in converting animal hides into leather. The process of tanning involved removing the hair, flesh, and fat from the hide, then treating it with various chemical agents to make it flexible, durable, and resistant to decay. Tanners played a vital role in providing essential materials for clothing, footwear, upholstery, bookbinding, and other purposes. They were often considered highly skilled craftsmen and held an important place in the colonial economy.

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