Crowd Control Collection

The Royal Visit to the City: Amusements of the Crowd - Scrambling for Pence, 1876. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Visit to the City: Amusements of the Crowd - Scrambling for Pence, 1876....the populace and the youngsters displaying their frolicsome temper in a less dignified manner as crowds wait to

The first FA Cup Final is held at the new Wembley Stadium in London, 28 April 1923, (1935). Police trying to keep the crowds back at the first Football Association Challenge Cup final match between

The City Police (engraving)
614445 The City Police (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The City police, Magoo: I say, brother Gog, they seem to think we ain t tno sort o use)

Policemen hold back the crowds as Prime Minister Harold Wilson (1916 - 1995) visits Hebburn and Jarrow during his tour of the North East of the country. 17th February 1967

Beatles receive MBE s, Tuesday 26th October 1965. The Beatles receive their MBE medals from Queen Elizabeth II, at Buckingham Palace

Box Lobby Loungers, January 5, 1811. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Box Lobby Loungers, January 5, 1811

View showing part of the Jubilee Procession of King George V and Queen Mary, May 6 1935. Crowds line the street to watch the coach pass, with soldiers and policemen lining the route

Daniel Defoe in the Pillory, Temple Bar, London, c1840?. Artist: JC Armytage
View of Daniel Defoe in the pillory at Temple Bar, London, c1840?, surrounded by a crowd

Police on Horseback controling crowds during the Great Strike at Hyde Park Corner, pub. 1926 (photogravure)

Mounted police disperse a crowd, Union Square, New York City, USA, late 19th or early 20th century. The crowd had gathered to hear speeches by anarchists Emma Goldman (1869-1940)

Armed troops confronting protesters during an industrial dispute, USA, 1912. Artist
Armed troops confronting protesters during an industrial dispute, USA, 1912. 1912 saw a number of industrial disputes, most notably a strike by immigrant textile workers in Lawrence, Massachusetts

The legation deliver, Boxer Rebellion, China, 1900. Artist: Eugene Damblans
The legation deliver, Boxer Rebellion, China, 1900. Boxer Rebellion was a Chinese rebellion from November 1899 to September 7, 1901, against foreign influence in areas such as trade, politics

The French Republican Guard, 1899. Artist: F Meaulle
The French Republican Guard, 1899. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 28th February 1899

Riot on Rue Nationale, Paris, 1934. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 13th may 1934

Joseph Louis Gay-Lussac making a balloon ascent from Paris, 14 September 1804 (1910). On this flight, French chemist and physicist Gay-Lussac (1778-1850)

Demonstration against Joseph Chamberlain, Ireland, 1899. Artist: Oswaldo Tofani
Demonstration against Joseph Chamberlain, Ireland, 1899. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 31st December 1899

Rioting in Mons, Belgium, 1893. Artist: Henri Meyer
Rioting in Mons, Belgium, 1893. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 6th June 1893

Rioting in Place Kleber, Strasbourg, 1893. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 15th July 1893

The Universities Boat-Race, 1883. In this illustration of the University Boat Race, a group of cheering students are enabled to maintain a proper distance from the rowdy proletariat on the other side

The City Police, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel
The City Police, 1863. Magog comments: I Say, Brother Gog, They Seem to Think We Ain t No Sort O Use. Here, following the recently highlighted failings of the Citys police force

14 October 1938 Crowds of children, held back by policemen, cheering Queen Mary where she opened a new extension to Lambeth Town Hall in Brixton, London

Crowds stand at the side of the road and cheer for the Duchess of Kent. 1938

VE Day crowd, London, 1945 C014 / 2066
VE Day crowd. Large crowds gathered in London, UK, on 8 May 1945 to celebrate the end of hostilities in Europe during the Second World War

Police officer
MODEL RELEASED. Police officer on duty holding an electronic megaphone

New York police crowd control barriers
New York policeman leaning on crowd control barrier

Police at the I Count climate change rally in London
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"Crowd Control: A Historical Perspective on Managing Masses" From the first FA Cup Final held at Wembley Stadium in 1923 to the City Police's engraving, it has been a constant challenge throughout history. The images of Box Lobby Loungers in 1811 and the Jubilee Procession of King George V and Queen Mary in 1935 depict different eras where managing crowds was crucial. In an intriguing glimpse into the past, we see Daniel Defoe confined to the Pillory at Temple Bar around 1840. This punishment served as a form of crowd control, deterring potential wrongdoers while attracting curious onlookers. Similarly, during the Great Strike at Hyde Park Corner, mounted police were tasked with maintaining order amidst fervent protests. Across continents, armed troops confronted protesters during an industrial dispute in America circa 1912. The image portrays a tense moment when crowd control became a matter of national security. Meanwhile, Eugene Damblans' artwork captures the chaos of the Boxer Rebellion in China (1900), highlighting how authorities struggled to maintain order amid widespread unrest. The French Republican Guard depicted by F Meaulle in 1899 showcases another facet - using disciplined forces for public safety during significant events or demonstrations. Conversely, rioting on Rue Nationale in Paris (1934) demonstrates how even well-trained forces can be overwhelmed by unruly masses. Lastly, Philippe de Champaigne's painting "The Flagellation of St Gervais" from centuries ago reminds us that controlling crowds is not limited to modern times; it has always been essential for maintaining societal harmony. Through these glimpses into history captured through engravings and artworks alike, we witness various approaches employed over time to manage large gatherings effectively. From sporting events and royal processions to political uprisings and social unrests – each scenario required unique strategies for successful crowd control.