Peasant revolt in Romania: types of the agrarian agitators
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Peasant revolt in Romania: types of the agrarian agitators
A page from the Illustrated London News showing the kind of Romanian people purported to be involved in the peasants revolt which began in March 1907 and resulted in the deaths of many thousands of people after the army was called in to restore order. Included are a couple in the gardens at Bucharest; a scene of grape-gathering at Scaeni; a Romanian priest and his wife; a bullock-wagon; a bride and bridegroom; bridesmaids; and gypsy women masons smoking
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Agitators Agrarian Bride Bride Groom Brides Maids Bucharest Bullock Gathering Gipsies Grape Gypsies Gypsy Masons Ordinary Peasant Peasants Pipe Pipes Priest Revolt Romania Romanian Romanians Roumania Roumanian Rumania Rumanian Vine Yard Wagon 1907 Racial
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This striking image from the Illustrated London News provides a glimpse into the diverse cast of characters involved in the Peasants' Revolt in Romania, which erupted in March 1907 and resulted in the tragic deaths of thousands of people. The scene at Bucharest depicts a couple in the gardens, their ordinary attire a stark contrast to the turmoil that was unfolding. Elsewhere, a scene of grape-gathering at Scaeni showcases the hardworking rural folk, their baskets brimming with ripe grapes. Among the depicted agitators are a Romanian priest and his wife, their faces etched with concern and determination. A bullock-wagon, a common mode of transport in rural Romania, is shown in the background, adding to the sense of authenticity. The joyous occasion of a bride and bridegroom is also captured, with bridesmaids in traditional attire accompanying them. The presence of gypsy women, masons, and peasants smoking pipes further underlines the rich tapestry of Romanian society at the time. This page from the Illustrated London News offers a rare and intriguing glimpse into the lives of the Romanian people during a pivotal moment in their history. From the vineyards of Scaeni to the streets of Bucharest, the image encapsulates the spirit of the ordinary men and women, priests, and gypsies who were caught up in the turbulent events of 1907. This poignant snapshot from the past serves as a reminder of the complex and multifaceted nature of Romanian society during the early 1900s.
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