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Riding The Stang. An Old Yorkshire Custom Used By A Community To Express Displeasure At Transgressions Such As Wife Beating. A Neighbour Resembling The Guilty Party Would Be Mounted On A Pole, Or Ladder, On Mens Shoulders And Paraded Before Their House, Making Rough Music Or Any Discordant Noise Using Pots And Pans. From Picturesque History Of Yorkshire, Published C. 1900
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Riding The Stang. An Old Yorkshire Custom Used By A Community To Express Displeasure At Transgressions Such As Wife Beating. A Neighbour Resembling The Guilty Party Would Be Mounted On A Pole, Or Ladder, On Mens Shoulders And Paraded Before Their House, Making Rough Music Or Any Discordant Noise Using Pots And Pans. From Picturesque History Of Yorkshire, Published C. 1900
Riding The Stang. An Old Yorkshire Custom Used By A Community To Express Displeasure At Transgressions Such As Wife Beating. A Neighbour Resembling The Guilty Party Would Be Mounted On A Pole, Or Ladder, On Mens Shoulders And Paraded Before Their House, Making Rough Music Or Any Discordant Noise Using Pots And Pans. From Picturesque History Of Yorkshire, Published C.1900
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This print captures a fascinating piece of Yorkshire's history - the age-old custom known as "Riding The Stang". Used by communities to express their displeasure at transgressions such as wife beating, this unique tradition involved mounting a neighbor resembling the guilty party on a pole or ladder, which was then carried on men's shoulders and paraded before their house. As they made their way through the streets, rough music and discordant noise filled the air, created by pots and pans being banged together. Published around 1900 in "Picturesque History of Yorkshire" this image transports us back in time to witness an intriguing form of communal punishment. It serves as a reminder that societies have long sought creative ways to address wrongdoing within their midst. The stang ritual not only aimed to shame those who had committed transgressions but also acted as a warning for others contemplating similar actions. With its rich cultural heritage and strong sense of community spirit, Yorkshire has always been known for its distinctive customs. This particular practice showcases both the resourcefulness and determination of its people in upholding justice and maintaining social order. Ken Welsh's skillful capture allows us to appreciate the historical significance behind this old Yorkshire custom while marveling at how society has evolved over time.
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