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The Irish Land League Agitation (engraving)
1106998 The Irish Land League Agitation (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Irish Land League Agitation. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 December 1880.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22522422
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County Galway County Meath Irish Land League Agitation Irish Land War Kildare Peasant Girl Peasants Pigs Roscommon Trim
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The Irish Land League Agitation - A Glimpse into the Turbulent Times of 19th Century Ireland
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. This engraving, created by an anonymous English artist in the 19th century, offers a poignant snapshot of the Irish Land League Agitation. The image, now part of a private collection and available through Bridgeman Images, originally appeared in The Illustrated London News on December 4th, 1880. Set against the backdrop of County Galway and County Meath, this powerful scene depicts farmers and peasants united in their struggle for justice during the infamous Irish Land War. With determination etched on their faces, these resilient individuals stand tall amidst their livestock – pigs symbolizing both sustenance and resistance. Intriguingly, children are not absent from this portrayal; they too bear witness to the hardships faced by their families. A young peasant girl captures our attention with her innocent yet knowing gaze as she clings onto hope for a better future. The composition transports us to Trim in Kildare and Roscommon – regions deeply affected by land disputes at that time. It serves as a reminder that beyond political turmoil lay real people fighting for their rights and livelihoods. As we reflect upon this historic moment captured within these lines engraved long ago, let us remember those who bravely stood up against injustice during one of Ireland's most challenging periods. This print invites us to delve deeper into history's pages while honoring the resilience of those who fought tirelessly for change.
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