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Cockney Argument between a fat man and a thin man
Fat Party (after a War of words) - " If you come our court to-morrer and bring a bit o fat with yer, I ll bloomin well eat yer." !! Date: 1895
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Accusation Accusations Anger Angry Argues Arguing Argument Cockney Cockneys Conflict Coster Costermonger Costermongers Costers Dispute Hands Hips Londoner Londoners Monger Mongers Phil Thin Threat Threatening Threatens Tradesmen 1895 Indignation
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Fat Party: A Cockney Argument - "If you come our court to-morrer and bring a bit o' fat with yer, I'll bloomin' well eat yer." (1895) This evocative photograph captures the intensity of a heated argument between two Cockney men in the bustling East End of London, 1895. The scene unfolds on a cobblestone street, where the fat man, with a round, jovial face and a generous belly, stands firm, hands on hips, facing off against the thin man, who clenches his fists and juts out his chin in defiance. The atmosphere is thick with tension and indignation. The men, both dressed in the traditional attire of the Costermongers or street traders of the era, engage in a bitter dispute. Accusations fly back and forth, fueled by pride, pride in their trades, and perhaps, something deeper. The fat man, with a smirk, threatens the thin man, "If you come our court to-morrer and bring a bit o' fat with yer, I'll bloomin' well eat yer." The thin man, miffed, retorts with equal vehemence. The East End of London, with its unique dialect, colorful characters, and rich history, has long been a source of fascination for outsiders. This photograph, titled "Fat Party," offers a glimpse into the daily life and culture of the Cockneys, the working-class Londoners who called this area home. The image serves as a reminder of a time when disputes were settled with words and the threat of a good-natured brawl, rather than with violence or legal proceedings. Despite the passage of time, this photograph remains a captivating piece of history, offering a window into the past and a reminder of the human spirit and resilience that continues to thrive in the heart of London.
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