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Gunpowder Plot, Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when James I was due to open new session. Arrest of Guy Fawkes in cellars of Parliament. 19th century wood engraving
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Gunpowder Plot, Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when James I was due to open new session. Arrest of Guy Fawkes in cellars of Parliament. 19th century wood engraving
530262 Gunpowder Plot, Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up English Houses of Parliament on 5 November 1605 when James I was due to open new session. Arrest of Guy Fawkes in cellars of Parliament. 19th century wood engraving.; Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38092068
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1605 Arrest Blow Cellars Conspiracy Fawkes Gunpowder James November Open Parliament Plot Protestant Session Timber Timbers Treason Wood Material Wood Material
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This 19th-century wood engraving captures a pivotal moment in English history - the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The Roman Catholic conspiracy to blow up the Houses of Parliament on November 5th, when King James I was set to open a new session, is depicted with striking detail and intensity.
In the dimly lit cellars of Parliament, we see the dramatic arrest of Guy Fawkes, one of the key figures in this treasonous plot. His defiant expression and tense posture convey the gravity of his actions and the high stakes involved in this dangerous scheme.
The intricate lines and shading in this wood engraving bring to life a dark chapter in British history, highlighting the religious tensions between Catholics and Protestants during this period. The image serves as a powerful reminder of how political intrigue and religious fervor can collide with explosive consequences.
As we gaze upon this historical print, we are transported back to a time of betrayal, conspiracy, and rebellion. It serves as a haunting reminder of the fragility of power and the lengths people will go to achieve their goals - even if it means resorting to violence.
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