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Guy Fawkes heading towards the cellar in the Palace of Westminster, London, 1605, (c1820)
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Guy Fawkes heading towards the cellar in the Palace of Westminster, London, 1605, (c1820)
Guy Fawkes heading towards the cellar in the Palace of Westminster, London, 1605, (c1820). The cellar was packed with barrels of gunpowder intended to blow up James I in the House of Lords
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5 November Bonfire Night Fawkes Fireworks Night Guido Fawkes Gunpowder Plot Guy Fawkes Guy Fawkes Night Houses Of Parliament James I James Vi James Vi Of Scotland King James I King James Vi Of Scotland King Of England Palace Of Westminster Treason City Of Westminster
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This print takes us back to the historic events of November 5th, 1605, in the Palace of Westminster, London. The image depicts Guy Fawkes stealthily making his way towards the cellar where barrels of gunpowder were secretly stored. His sinister mission was to blow up James I during a session in the House of Lords. The engraving, dating back to around 1820, beautifully captures the intensity and secrecy surrounding this infamous act of treason. As we gaze at this monochrome scene, we can almost feel the tension in the air as Fawkes moves through the shadows towards his fateful destination. The Palace itself stands tall and majestic in the background, symbolizing both political power and vulnerability. This iconic building witnessed one of history's most audacious plots unfold within its walls. Intriguingly anonymous figures populate this image - men who may have been co-conspirators or mere bystanders caught up in this momentous event. A horse nearby adds an element of movement and urgency to an otherwise still night. As we delve into this snapshot from centuries past, it serves as a reminder that history is not just about grand narratives but also about individual choices that shape our collective destiny. This photograph transports us back to a time when politics collided with treachery on these very grounds – forever etching Guy Fawkes' name into our cultural consciousness.
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