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Covenanting women: signing the anti-Home-rule pledge
Women take part in the demonstration by signing the anti-Home-rule declaration at Belfast.
1912
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Media ID 14352180
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Anti Belfast Covenant Declaration League Pledge Rule Signing Solemn Ulster
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating Covenanting Women jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features an historic image from the Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans collection, depicting women boldly signing the anti-Home-rule pledge during a demonstration in Belfast in 1912. Engage in a rich piece of history as you piece together this evocative image, bringing the passion and determination of these women to life. A perfect addition to any puzzle collection or as a thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of women's political activism in Ireland during the early 20th century. Taken in Belfast in 1912, the image shows a group of determined women gathered together, each signing the anti-Home-Rule pledge with solemn intent. The Home Rule movement was a political campaign advocating for the devolution of power from the British Parliament to an Irish parliament, a proposal that was met with fierce opposition in Ulster, particularly among Protestant unionists who feared the dominance of Catholic nationalists. The Covenanting Women, as they came to be known, were a significant force in the resistance to Home Rule. By signing the pledge, they publicly declared their commitment to resist the implementation of Home Rule by any means necessary, including civil disobedience and even violence. The women's involvement in the movement was a powerful symbol of the broad-based opposition to Home Rule, and their participation in public demonstrations and protests challenged the prevailing notion that women should remain in the domestic sphere and not engage in political activism. The photograph captures the intensity and conviction of these women as they affix their signatures to the declaration, their expressions reflecting a deep sense of purpose and resolve. The image is a poignant reminder of the role that women played in shaping the political landscape of Ireland during a tumultuous period of history, and the power of collective action in effecting change.
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