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Encampment at Montagu House
The encampments set up in the gardens during the Gordon Riots in 1780. Over six days in June 1780, protests took place against the limited concessions of the first Catholic Relief Act, and to quell further riots, troops were stationed in St Jamess Park, the gardens of Montagu House, and Hyde Park, remaining in situ for several months. Date: 1875
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1780 1875 Days Gordon Hyde Jamess Montagu Months Over Protests Quell Remaining Riots Situ Stationed Concessions Encampments
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This evocative image captures the encampments set up in the gardens of Montagu House during the aftermath of the Gordon Riots in 1780. The riots, which took place over six tumultuous days in June, were a protest against the limited concessions of the first Catholic Relief Act. As tensions continued to rise, troops were deployed to quell further unrest, and they remained stationed in St James's Park, the gardens of Montagu House, and Hyde Park for several months. The photograph, taken in 1875, offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in British history. The encampments, with their makeshift tents and military structures, stand in stark contrast to the lush greenery of the Montagu House gardens. Soldiers can be seen going about their daily routines, while civilians watch from a distance, their expressions a mix of curiosity and apprehension. The Gordon Riots, named after the Protestant leader Lord Gordon, were a turning point in the long struggle for Catholic emancipation in England. The riots resulted in widespread destruction and violence, with many buildings, including the Houses of Parliament, being damaged or destroyed. The encampments in Montagu House gardens serve as a poignant reminder of the turbulent times that preceded the eventual passage of the Catholic Emancipation Act in 1829. This photograph, taken over a century after the events it depicts, offers a unique perspective on a significant moment in British history, capturing the essence of a time when the country was deeply divided along religious and political lines.
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