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Sir Edward Carson signing against Irish Home Rule

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Sir Edward Carson signing against Irish Home Rule

Sir Edward Carson signing the Covenant resisting Irish Home Rule.
1912

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Anti Carson Covenant Floor Independence Jack Resisting Rule Signature Signing Tiled


EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, Sir Edward Carson, a prominent Irish Unionist leader, signs the Ulster Covenant on September 28, 1912, in opposition to Irish Home Rule. The event took place in the grand surroundings of Belfast City Hall, with its ornate tiled floor and high ceilings, reflecting the importance of the moment. Surrounded by a sea of men, all dressed in suits and hats, Carson signs the document with a determined expression, his hand steady as he affixes his signature to the Covenant. The Ulster Covenant was a pledge signed by over 470,000 people in Ulster, a predominantly Protestant region of Ireland, to resist Home Rule and reject any attempt to separate Ulster from the United Kingdom. The movement was a response to the Third Home Rule Bill, which aimed to establish a self-governing Irish parliament, and fueled tensions between Unionists and Nationalists in Ireland. The photograph captures the intensity and gravity of the moment, with the Union Jack flags prominently displayed in the background, symbolizing the Unionists' loyalty to the British crown. The image is a testament to the political turmoil and division that characterized the early 20th century in Ireland, and the deep-rooted emotions that underpinned the struggle for independence. Sir Edward Carson's signature on the Covenant marked a significant moment in Irish history, and this photograph provides a powerful visual representation of the political climate of the time. The image is a poignant reminder of the complex and often contentious relationship between Ireland and the United Kingdom, and the profound impact that political decisions can have on people's lives.

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