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The Riots in Constantinople (engraving)
1056644 The Riots in Constantinople (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Riots in Constantinople. Illustration for The Graphic, 19 October 1895.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23029526
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Anecdote Armenians Attacker Beaten Central Turkey Constantinople Courtyard Istanbul Part Riots Softas Stamboul Turkish Culture Types News Item Turk
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The Riots in Constantinople - A Glimpse into the Turbulent Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, titled "The Riots in Constantinople" takes us back to a significant event that unfolded in the late 19th century. The engraving, created by an English School artist, captures the chaos and violence that erupted during these tumultuous times. Intriguingly detailed, the image showcases a central police station surrounded by bayonet-wielding individuals of various backgrounds. Among them are theological students and wounded Armenian prisoners who have fallen victim to this brutal conflict. The courtyard is filled with scenes of attack and suffering as Armenians are beaten mercilessly by their assailants. As we delve deeper into this historical moment, it becomes evident that these riots were not confined to one specific group or location. They reverberated throughout Constantinople (now Istanbul), bridging Europe and the Middle East through an unfortunate anecdote of unrest. This news item sheds light on cultural clashes between Turks and Europeans within Central Turkey's complex social fabric. It serves as a reminder of how conflicts can arise when different cultures collide, leaving behind scars both physical and emotional. Through this evocative photograph print from Bridgeman Images' collection, we gain insight into a chapter of history where tensions ran high and lives were forever altered. It stands as a testament to the power of visual storytelling in preserving our collective memory while urging us towards empathy for those affected by such strife-ridden events.
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