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Portable hut for police in County Mayo, Ireland
Portable hut for police in County Mayo, Ireland. A Royal Irish Constabulary policeman stands outside a portable hut used for temporary lodging when the armed constabulary are sent into a district where there has been unrest. This one is in Newfield, near Newport in the county of Mayo, overlooking Clew Bay. Date: 1870
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Armed Constabulary Lodging Mayo Newport Policeman Portable Temporary Newfield
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in the history of law enforcement in County Mayo, Ireland during the 1870s. The image depicts a Royal Irish Constabulary (RIC) policeman standing outside a portable hut, used as temporary lodging for the armed constabulary when they were sent into a district experiencing unrest. The hut, located in Newfield near Newport, overlooks the picturesque Clew Bay. During the 1870s, County Mayo was a hotbed of social and political unrest, with the Land War and the Fenian movement causing significant challenges for the authorities. The RIC, established in 1822, was the primary law enforcement agency in Ireland during this period. To effectively respond to the unrest, the RIC often had to deploy their armed constabulary to affected areas, requiring temporary accommodations such as this portable hut. The RIC policeman in the photograph stands proudly outside the hut, his uniform and bearing suggesting a sense of authority and determination. The portable hut, a simple yet effective solution for temporary lodging, demonstrates the resourcefulness and adaptability of the RIC in the face of challenging circumstances. The backdrop of Clew Bay adds a sense of tranquility to the scene, contrasting with the underlying tension and unrest in the region. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of policing in County Mayo during a turbulent period in Irish history. It serves as a reminder of the important role that law enforcement agencies play in maintaining order and protecting communities, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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