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Attempt to Shoot the Queen at the Windsor Railway Station (engraving)
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Attempt to Shoot the Queen at the Windsor Railway Station (engraving)
1623872 Attempt to Shoot the Queen at the Windsor Railway Station (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Attempt to Shoot the Queen at the Windsor Railway Station. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 March 1882.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 25463260
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving titled "Attempt to Shoot the Queen at the Windsor Railway Station" transports us back to a significant moment in history. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print captures a dramatic event that unfolded on March 11,1882. The scene is set at Windsor Railway Station, where Queen Victoria's life was threatened by an assassination attempt. The detailed illustration showcases the chaos and tension of that fateful day. A drawn pistol and bullet symbolize the imminent danger faced by Her Majesty. Intriguingly, amidst this turmoil stands Roderick McLean, depicted as a prisoner held responsible for plotting against the Queen's life. Horses gallop nearby, their presence adding to the sense of urgency and movement within this historical snapshot. Beyond its historical significance, this engraving also offers glimpses into Berkshire's rural landscape with its farm animals and livestock dotting the background. It serves as a reminder that even amidst political upheaval and attempts on royalty's lives, everyday life continues unabated. Preserved in private collection until now, this artwork provides us with a window into an extraordinary moment in time. Its inclusion in The Illustrated London News further emphasizes its importance as it sought to inform readers about current events through vivid illustrations like these. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder brought to us by Bridgeman Images' Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection, we are reminded of both our shared history and humanity's enduring fascination with capturing
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