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Riots in Philadelphia (1844)
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Riots in Philadelphia (1844)
Vintage illustration features the Philadelphia Riots of 1844. Also known as the Philadelphia Prayer Riots, the Bible Riots and the Native American Riots, these violent clashes were a result of rising anti-Catholic sentiment at the growing population of Irish Catholic immigrants, provoked by Protestants and native-born Americans
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Keith Lance
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This vintage illustration, titled "Riots in Philadelphia (1844)" by Keith Lance, transports us back to a tumultuous period in American history. The image vividly depicts the infamous Philadelphia Riots of 1844, also known as the Philadelphia Prayer Riots, the Bible Riots, and the Native American Riots. In this scene captured on paper, we witness the violent clashes that erupted due to rising anti-Catholic sentiment among Protestants and native-born Americans. The growing population of Irish Catholic immigrants became targets of discrimination and prejudice during this time. The artist's skilled hand brings forth an atmosphere charged with tension and chaos. Through intricate details and masterful use of color, Lance portrays a city engulfed in turmoil. Smoke billows from burning buildings while enraged mobs clash amidst crumbling structures. Desperation is etched onto faces as individuals fight for their beliefs or struggle to escape harm's way. This print serves as both a historical document and a reminder of our nation's complex past. It prompts us to reflect upon how intolerance can lead to violence and division within society. As we gaze upon this artwork from Fine Art Storehouse, let it be a call for empathy and understanding - urging us never to forget the lessons learned from these dark chapters in our collective history.
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