Poll Tax Collection

Death of Walter "Wat" (engraving)
2911188 Death of Walter "Wat" (engraving); (add.info.: Death of Walter "Wat". Tyler was a leader of the 1381 Peasants' Revolt in England)

David Icke, former goalkeeper, Sports Presenter and Green Party Politician outside Law Courts on the Isle of Wight with wife Linda, after answering charges related to unpaid Poll Tax

Poll tax receipt for Lee Carr from Hardin County, Texas, 1955. Creator: Unknown
During the era of segregation in the United States, voting rights were denied to African Americans in the form of discriminatory taxation

King Richard II (aquatint)
958027 King Richard II (aquatint) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Richard II. Illustration for Alfred Crowquills Comic History of the Kings)

Ms Fr 2644 fol. 154v The Tower of London, from Froissarts Chronicle (vellum)
BNP165112 Ms Fr 2644 fol.154v The Tower of London, from Froissarts Chronicle (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eBibliotheque Nationale, Paris; French

Tommy Sheridan speaking to policemen during a Poll Tax protest in Glasgow. 29th June 1990

Tommy Sheridan with Police officers. 2nd December 1994

Carol Thatcher is being being summoned to court over poll tax evasion. November 1991 1990s

Carol Thatcher November 1991. Carol Thatcher, daughter of former PM Margaret Thatcher, talks to the press after being summoned to court over poll tax evasion

Former Torbay MP Rupert Allason talks to protesters at the Young Conservative Conference, Torquay in February 1990

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"Unveiling the Historical Burden: Exploring the Poll Tax and its Impact" In this captivating journey through time, we delve into the controversial topic of the poll tax, a subject that has left an indelible mark on history. From David Icke, former goalkeeper turned sports presenter and Green Party politician outside law, to engravings depicting pivotal moments such as "The Collector of the Poll-Tax murdered by Wat Tyler, " we unravel the layers surrounding this contentious issue. Transporting us back to 1381, an engraving vividly portrays "The Death of Wat Tyler, " capturing a momentous event in which a brave rebel leader met his tragic demise. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the consequences faced by those who dared challenge oppressive policies. Fast forward to 1955 in Hardin County, Texas, where a poll tax receipt belonging to Lee Carr sheds light on how this practice extended its reach across continents. This document stands as evidence of an era when individuals were required to pay for their right to vote – an act that disproportionately affected marginalized communities. Even royalty was not immune from controversy surrounding poll taxes. An aquatint featuring King Richard II reminds us that even those at the pinnacle of power were not exempt from public scrutiny during times when these taxes were imposed. Moving closer towards contemporary times, powerful photographs capture significant moments during protests against poll taxes. Tommy Sheridan's resolute stance while speaking with policemen during one such protest in Glasgow in June 1990 reflects both determination and defiance against perceived injustice. Notably, Carol Thatcher finds herself summoned to court over allegations evasion – highlighting how even figures within influential families faced legal repercussions for non-compliance with these laws. As we explore these diverse perspectives and historical artifacts related to the poll tax phenomenon, it becomes clear that this issue transcends mere financial burden; it represents struggles for equality and justice throughout different periods in history.