Robert Emmet, Irelands patriot martyr
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Robert Emmet, Irelands patriot martyr
Robert Emmet, Irelands patriot martyr. Print shows Robert Emmet, half-length portrait, facing right, holding sword in left hand. Date c1874
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This evocative print depicts Robert Emmet, an Irish patriot and revolutionary figure, who is regarded as a martyr for his role in the unsuccessful 1803 rebellion against British rule in Ireland. The image captures Emmet in a half-length portrait, facing right, with a sword in his left hand. Dressed in the attire of a 19th-century gentleman, Emmet's intense gaze and determined expression convey his unwavering commitment to the cause of Irish independence. Born in Dublin in 1778, Emmet was educated in Trinity College and called to the bar in 1801. However, he became disillusioned with the lack of progress towards Irish self-governance and joined the United Irishmen, a secret revolutionary society. In August 1803, Emmet led a rebellion against the British, which was quickly suppressed. Emmet was captured and tried for treason, and on September 20, 1803, he was sentenced to be hanged, drawn, and quartered. Despite the rebellion's failure, Emmet's bravery and sacrifice became a symbol of Irish resistance against British rule. This print, produced around 1874, captures the enduring legacy of Robert Emmet as a patriot and martyr for Irish independence. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought for Irish freedom and the ongoing struggle for self-determination that continues to this day.
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