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John Francis attempted assassination of Queen Victoria
Vintage engraving of John Francis attempted assassination of Queen Victoria. On 29 May 1842, Victoria was riding in a carriage along The Mall, London, when John Francis aimed a pistol at her, but the gun did not fire. The assailant escaped; however the following day, Victoria drove the same route, though faster and with a greater escort, in a deliberate attempt to provoke Francis to take a second aim and catch him in the act. As expected, Francis shot at her, but he was seized by plainclothes policemen, and convicted of high treason
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This vintage engraving captures the chilling moment of John Francis' attempted assassination of Queen Victoria. The incident took place on 29 May 1842, as Victoria was riding in a carriage along The Mall in London. In a brazen act, Francis aimed his pistol at the queen, but to everyone's relief, the gun failed to fire. Undeterred by this close call, Queen Victoria made a bold decision. The following day, she drove down the same route with increased speed and an even greater escort. Her intention was clear - she wanted to provoke Francis into taking another shot and catch him red-handed. As anticipated, Francis did not disappoint. He fired at her once again but was swiftly apprehended by plainclothes policemen who had been strategically placed nearby. This audacious act of treason led to his subsequent conviction for high treason. The print showcases this pivotal moment in history when an attempt on Queen Victoria's life was foiled through sheer luck and strategic planning. It serves as a reminder of both the dangers faced by monarchs throughout history and their unwavering determination to protect their reigns. Duncan1890's expert craftsmanship brings this historical event back to life with stunning detail and precision, making it an invaluable addition for any art enthusiast or history buff seeking to delve into one of Britain's most remarkable tales from yesteryears.
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