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16 Sinn Fein Members in dock - City Police Court, Manchester
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16 Sinn Fein Members in dock - City Police Court, Manchester
16 Sinn Fein Members in the dock - City Police Court, Manchester. On April 2, the Manchester Police raided the Irish Club in Erskine Street, Hulme. One Sinn Feiner was killed and several Policemen were wounded by revolver fire. Sixteen of the prisoners were brought before magistrates on April 4 (as shown here).
1921
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Arrest Arrested Attach Erskine Fein Hulme Manchester Policemen Sectarian Sinn Sixteen Trial Violence 1921
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In the Heart of Turbulent Manchester: The 16 Sinn Fein Members on Trial, 1921 This striking photograph captures the moment sixteen Sinn Fein members stood before the magistrates at the City Police Court in Manchester on April 4, 1921. The scene unfolds against the backdrop of a tense and volatile atmosphere, as the city grappled with the aftermath of a violent clash at the Irish Club in Erskine Street, Hulme, just two days prior. The incident began on April 2 when Manchester Police raided the Irish Club, a well-known gathering place for Sinn Fein supporters. The ensuing confrontation between the police and the club's patrons resulted in the tragic death of one Sinn Feiner and several wounded policemen. The use of revolver fire during the altercation only heightened the already simmering sectarian tensions in the city. As the news of the raid and the subsequent violence spread, the city was plunged into chaos. The arrests of these sixteen Sinn Fein members was a significant development in the ongoing conflict between the Irish nationalist community and the British authorities. The trial that followed would further fuel the flames of unrest, as both sides dug in their heels and prepared for a prolonged struggle. The 1920s in Manchester were a time of great turmoil and upheaval. The Irish community, in particular, faced discrimination and violence, leading many to turn to organizations like Sinn Fein for support and protection. The events depicted in this photograph serve as a poignant reminder of the challenges and struggles faced by those living in the city during this tumultuous era. This powerful image, captured by the Illustrated London News Ltd, offers a glimpse into the raw emotions and tensions that defined Manchester during this period. It stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of those who refused to back down in the face of adversity, even as they faced the uncertainty and danger that came with standing up for their beliefs.
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