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Start of the riot in Cheapside
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Start of the riot in Cheapside
Artistic impression of Evil May Day, the name of a riot which took place in 1517 as a protest against foreigners living in London. Apprentices attacked foreign residents. Some of the rioters were later hanged although King Henry VIII granted a pardon for the remainder following public pleadings from his wife Catherine of Aragon. Date: 19th century
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Evil May Day - The Start of the Riot in Cheapside
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(An Artistic Impression of a Historical Event from the 16th Century) This evocative print captures the chaotic beginning of the infamous Evil May Day riot that erupted in Cheapside, London, in 1517. The scene depicts a mob of apprentices, fueled by anti-foreign sentiment, attacking unsuspecting residents from various European nations. The tension between the native Londoners and the foreigners had been simmering for some time, but it was the influx of new arrivals and the subsequent economic competition that finally ignited the flames of rebellion. The rioters, armed with makeshift weapons, are shown storming through the bustling streets of Cheapside, leaving destruction in their wake. The print masterfully conveys the sense of fear and chaos that enveloped the city during those fateful days. The foreigners, caught off guard, are shown fleeing for their lives or defending themselves against the relentless onslaught. Following the riots, King Henry VIII, who was away from London at the time, was faced with the daunting task of restoring order. He granted a pardon to the rioters, spurred on by public pleadings from his wife Catherine of Aragon, who was herself a foreigner. However, some of the ringleaders were not so fortunate and were later hanged for their roles in the violence. This artistic impression, created in the 19th century, serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often volatile social dynamics of the past. It invites us to reflect on the power of prejudice and the consequences of unchecked anger and mob mentality. The print also highlights the important role that historical records and artistic expressions play in preserving the stories of the past and shedding light on the human experiences that shaped our world.
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