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Dirty Father Thames': More an open sewer than a river, the disgusting state of the Thames in London in 1849, the year of the Great Stink when Parliament was suspended because of the smell. Cartoon from Punch, London, 1849
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Dirty Father Thames': More an open sewer than a river, the disgusting state of the Thames in London in 1849, the year of the Great Stink when Parliament was suspended because of the smell. Cartoon from Punch, London, 1849
527534 Dirty Father Thames': More an open sewer than a river, the disgusting state of the Thames in London in 1849, the year of the Great Stink when Parliament was suspended because of the smell. Cartoon from Punch, London, 1849. ; Universal History Archive/UIG
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1849 Dirty Disgusting Environmental Open Parliament Pollution Public Punch Sewer Smell State Stink Supply Suspended Thames Year
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The year was 1849, and the Thames River in London was more of an open sewer than a waterway. The disgusting state of the river reached its peak during the Great Stink, when Parliament was forced to suspend its sessions due to the unbearable smell emanating from the polluted waters. This satirical cartoon from Punch magazine captures the grim reality of "Dirty Father Thames," highlighting the environmental crisis that plagued London at that time.
In this scathing satire, we see a visual representation of just how dire the situation had become. The river, once a vital source of transportation and commerce, had been transformed into a public health hazard. The cartoon serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of neglecting our natural resources and failing to address pollution.
As we look back on this dark period in history, it is important to reflect on how far we have come in terms of environmental awareness and conservation efforts. While there is still much work to be done, images like this serve as a powerful reminder of why it is crucial to protect our planet for future generations.
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