Edict Collection (page 2)

Henry IV of France (1553-1610). King of Navarre as Henry III from 1572-1610 and King of France from 1589-1610. Portrait. Engraving. Colored

The Diet of Worms, 1521. The Emperor Charles V presiding. Co
The Diet of Worms, 1521. Imperial diet of the Holy Roman Empire. It is most memorable for the Edict of Worms which addressed Martin Luther and the effects of the Protestant Reformation

Drawings Prints, Print, Courtier, Following, Recent, Edict, Artist, Publisher, Abraham Bosse
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Charter of the Peronne Commune, granted by Philippe Auguste (1165-1223) 1209 (vellum)
XIR156740 Charter of the Peronne Commune, granted by Philippe Auguste (1165-1223) 1209 (vellum) by French School, (13th century); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris, France; French

Charte de Franchise de la Ville de Vaucouleurs, granted by Gauthier de Joinville
XIR156728 Charte de Franchise de la Ville de Vaucouleurs, granted by Gauthier de Joinville, confirmed by his uncle, Jean de Joinville, September 1298 (vellum) by French School

Confirmation of the Edict of Nantes by Henry IV in Paris, 1599, France, Jan Luyken, 1696

Revocation of the Edict of Nantes, 1685, Jan Luyken, 1696

Protestants flee from France after the revocation of the Edict of Nantes, 1685-1686, Jan Luyken, 1696

AUGUSTUS DECLARES CENSUS. Caesar Augustus decreeing that all the world should be taxed and thus implemented a general census. Illumination from an Italian gospel lectionary, 1436

Spitalfields silk worker winding silk in her cottage, London, England, late 19th century. This enclave of the silk industry was founded by Huguenot refugees from France after Louis XIVs Revocation of

A Spitalfields silk weaver: This man could earn 70p in a good week, but by this date the industry had declined and work was hard to come by

The Edict of Nantes, issued on April 13, 1598, by Henry IV of France, granted the Calvinist Protestants of France (also known as Huguenots)

Silk weaver at work in his cottage at Bethnal Green, London, England, late 19th century. The Spitalfields silk industry was founded by Huguenot refugees from France after Louis XIVs Revocation of

Spitalfields silk weavers, Warners workshops, Spitalfields, London, late 19th century. This enclave of the silk industry was founded by Huguenot refugees from France after Louis XIVs Revocation of

Spitalfields silk workers winding and reeling silk, London, England, late 19th century. This enclave of the silk industry was founded by Huguenot refugees from France after Louis XIVs Revocation of

Great Cattle Show. The Roman Bull that didn t get the prize. Mr Punch and John Bull viewing the Bull (Papal edict on restoration of English Roman Catholic Church) with distaste

Weaving silk fringe, Spitalfields, London, England. This man could earn 3d (1. 25
Weaving silk fringe, Spitalfields, London, England. This man could earn 3d (1.25 pence) per hour when work was available. The Spitalfields silk industry was begun by Huguenot refugees who left France

SWITZERLAND. Geneva. Reformation Wall. The Elector Prince of Brandenburg, Duke of Prussia, accepts in his states the French refugees victims of the revocation of the Nantes edict. Sculpture

Claude Brousson
CLAUDE BROUSSON French protestant minister, hanged for his views after the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes. Date: 1647 - 1698

Huguenot Settlers
Following the revocation of the Edict of Nantes, some Huguenots emigrate to South Africa and settle there, building homesteads

Prophets of the Cevennes
THE PROPHETS OF THE CEVENNES Persecuted after Louis XIV revokes the Edict of Nantes, the French protestants in the Cevennes manifest remarkable prophesying, convulsions etc

Page from the Edict of the Lombard King Rothair
A page from the Edict (Edictum Rothari) of the Lombard King Rothar (Rothair, Rothari, reigned 636-652). Written in Latin, it is a compilation of Lombard law

French Huguenots Flee
French Huguenots flee to England when the Edict of Nantes is revoked

Edict against Excess
An edict published in 1641 seeks to cut down on excess in fashionable mens dress : a gentleman reluctantly lays aside his fancy finery

Camisards in London
CAMISARDS IN EXILE After the revocation of the Edict of Nantes, some French Camisards fled to London, where they held meetings which not everyone approved

French Protestants Meet
French protestants, forbidden to worship by Louis XIVs revocation of the Edict of Nantes, assemble in secret in the desert of the Cevennes

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"Edict: A Powerful Tool of Influence Across Time and Cultures" Throughout history, edicts have been employed by rulers to shape societies, enforce policies, and leave a lasting impact on their realms. From the reign of Constantine the Great in ancient Rome to the tumultuous days of the Spanish Civil War, these proclamations have played a pivotal role in shaping our world. In Turkey's Ephesus city stands a pillar adorned with Greek inscriptions, bearing witness to an edict that once governed this ancient land. Meanwhile, posters from the Spanish Civil War depict powerful Soviet propaganda campaigns aimed at rallying support for their cause. Even centuries before these events unfolded, tapestries told stories of Cyrus II The Great and his mighty empire. These woven masterpieces captured moments when edicts were issued to establish order and ensure prosperity for all under his rule. Yet not all edicts throughout history brought about positive change. The expulsion of Jews from Spain in 1492 left an indelible mark on both Jewish communities and European history as a whole. Illustrations vividly portray this dark chapter - from Queen Elizabeth receiving French Ambassadors after St Bartholomew Massacre to scenes depicting families forced into exile. However, amidst tales of persecution emerged instances where edicts provided refuge for those seeking solace. Engravings reveal French Huguenot refugees landing at Dover in 1685 after escaping religious persecution back home. Beyond Europe's borders lies China's Qing dynasty era where imperial decrees held immense power over its vast population. An Imperial Edict dating back to 1879 showcases how such proclamations shaped Chinese society during this transformative period. And let us not forget William the Testy's infamous "Smokers Rebellion, " immortalized on canvas through oil paintings capturing a moment when an unexpected decree ignited resistance among defiant smokers. From emperors to monarchs, rulers across time recognized the potency of edicts.