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Plug Plot Riot in Preston, illustration from The Illustrated London News
XJF387406 Plug Plot Riot in Preston, illustration from The Illustrated London News, August 1842 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: rioting broke out in industrial cities across Britain after the House of Commons rejected the Chartist petition; called the plug plot riot because many workers removed the boiler plugs from steam engines in order to stop production in the factories; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12871667
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Chartism Chartists Demonstration Demonstrators Protest Protesting Rioters Riots Shot Strike Striking
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The captivating print titled "Plug Plot Riot in Preston, illustration from The Illustrated London News" takes us back to the tumultuous events of August 1842. This powerful engraving by an unknown 19th-century English artist captures a pivotal moment during the Chartist movement, when rioting erupted across industrial cities in Britain. The image depicts a scene of chaos and defiance as workers take part in a massive demonstration against the rejection of the Chartist petition by the House of Commons. Known as the plug plot riot, this uprising saw factory workers strategically removing boiler plugs from steam engines to halt production and disrupt their employers' operations. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness striking workers engaging in fierce battles with military forces sent to suppress their protest. The air is thick with tension and violence as shots are fired and demonstrators fight for their rights amidst billowing smoke and crumbling city streets. This historic visual encapsulates not only a specific event but also represents larger themes such as social unrest, labor struggles, and political activism during Victorian times. It serves as a reminder of the immense courage displayed by those who fought for better working conditions and equal representation. Preserved within this print lies an important chapter of history that continues to resonate today—an enduring testament to human resilience and determination in pursuit of justice.
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