Greetings Card : Camp in St James Park
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Camp in St James Park
Encampment, St Jamess Park, of troops brought in to quell the disturbances caused by the Gordon Riots. Soldiers relax with civilians amidst rows of tents, flags & stacks of drums Date: August 1780
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Media ID 14281552
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1780 Amidst Brought Camps Caused Civilians Disturbances Drums Encampment Gordon Hospitality Pomp Quell Relax Riots Rows Spectacle Stacks Tents
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of historical greeting cards. This stunning image, "Camp in St. James Park" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to August 1780 during the Gordon Riots. Witness the encampment of troops in the heart of London's St. James Park, where soldiers and civilians mingle amongst rows of tents, flags, and stacks of drums. Add a touch of history to your correspondence and send a thoughtful message with this evocative greeting card.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative print captures the scene of Camp in St. James's Park during the aftermath of the Gordon Riots in August 1780. The riots, which erupted in response to the imprisonment of Catholic leader Lord George Gordon, had caused widespread destruction and chaos in London. In an effort to restore order, troops were brought in and encamped in the park. The image presents a striking contrast between the military might of the soldiers and the peaceful interactions between the troops and civilians. Soldiers are seen relaxing amongst the rows of tents, flags, and stacks of drums, while civilians gather around them, seemingly unafraid and even engaging in friendly conversation. The scene exudes an air of hospitality and pomp, with the soldiers' red coats and the colorful flags creating a vibrant spectacle. The print offers a unique glimpse into history, providing a visual representation of the encampment that once stood in the heart of London. The soldiers, who had been brought in to quell the disturbances, are shown here not as oppressors, but as part of the community, sharing a moment of respite amidst the chaos of the riots. The image serves as a reminder of the complexities of historical events and the human connections that can be found even in the most tumultuous of times.
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