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Reform Leaguers at the Marble Arch (engraving)
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Reform Leaguers at the Marble Arch (engraving)
583084 Reform Leaguers at the Marble Arch (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reform Leaguers at the Marble Arch, 1866); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 22372786
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
1866 Marble Arch Policemen Riot Rioting Riots Truncheon
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This engraving, titled "Reform Leaguers at the Marble Arch" takes us back to a pivotal moment in 19th-century England. The image showcases a chaotic scene of rioting and confrontation that unfolded in 1866. The Marble Arch stands tall as the backdrop, its grandeur contrasting with the intense battle taking place before it. Reform Leaguers, passionate advocates for political change and social justice, clash fiercely with policemen armed with truncheons. Their determination is palpable as they fight for their cause amidst the chaos. Every detail in this print speaks volumes about the unrest of the time. The Reform Leaguers' faces are etched with defiance and resolve, while the policemen stand firm against them. It's a visual representation of opposing ideologies coming head-to-head. This engraving captures not only a historical event but also serves as a reminder of how societal tensions can erupt into violence when passions run high. It prompts us to reflect on our own struggles for reform and progress today. Preserved within a private collection, this artwork from Bridgeman Images allows us to glimpse into an important chapter in English history. As we study its intricate details, we gain insight into both the power dynamics between authorities and protesters during that era and how these conflicts shaped society moving forward.
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