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Social conditions in Ireland in 1848 expulsion of peasants (illustration london news of 16 December 1848)
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Social conditions in Ireland in 1848 expulsion of peasants (illustration london news of 16 December 1848)
JLJ4669755 Social conditions in Ireland in 1848 expulsion of peasants (illustration london news of 16 December 1848) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Social conditions in Ireland in 1848 expulsion of peasants (illustration london news of 16 December 1848)); Photo © Photo Josse
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This powerful print captures the social conditions in Ireland during the expulsion of peasants in 1848. The image, originally published in the London News on December 16th, 1848, depicts a scene of immense suffering and despair. In this haunting illustration by an anonymous English School artist from the 19th century, we witness the devastating consequences of political turmoil and economic crisis on Irish society. The engraving showcases a group of impoverished peasants being forcibly removed from their homes and farms by authorities. The expressions on their faces reveal profound misery and desperation as they are uprooted from their habitats. The dilapidated farm buildings stand as a stark reminder of their once prosperous lives now reduced to ruins. This depiction highlights not only the physical violence inflicted upon these individuals but also sheds light on the persecution faced by Irish peasants during this period. It serves as a poignant reminder of the widespread poverty that plagued Ireland at that time. As we gaze upon this historical photograph, we are transported back to an era marked by hardship and struggle for survival. It is through images like these that we gain insight into our past, prompting us to reflect upon how far we have come while acknowledging how much work remains to be done to ensure equality for all.
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