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West End riots, 1886 - What do you think?
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West End riots, 1886 - What do you think?
three unemployed men debating the issues of the moment, sketched at the demonstration at Trafalgar Square, London, at the time of the West End riots in 1886. At an open air meeting of unemployed East End dock workers and artisans in Trafalgar Square, the people were stirred to violence following incendiary speeches, and rioted, causing havoc in the fashionable streets of the West End. Date: 1886
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1886 Artisans Audience Debate Demonstration Discuss Discussion Dock Jun16 Riots Separate Trafalgar Unemployed
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This evocative sketch captures a pivotal moment during the West End Riots of 1886, as three unemployed men engage in a passionate debate amidst the chaos of Trafalgar Square. The open-air meeting, attended by East End dock workers and artisans, had been stirred to violence following inflammatory speeches. The once peaceful gathering had transformed into a mob, causing widespread havoc in the fashionable streets of London's West End. The image offers a unique glimpse into the raw emotions and intense discussions taking place during this tumultuous time. The men, with their determined expressions and animated gestures, appear deeply invested in their conversation, oblivious to the unrest unfolding around them. Their intense focus on the issues at hand underscores the profound sense of frustration and desperation felt by the working class during this period. The West End Riots were a turning point in British history, marking a significant moment in the struggle for workers' rights and social justice. This poignant sketch serves as a powerful reminder of the passion and determination that fueled the working class movement, and the profound impact it had on the political and social landscape of the time. Taken at the height of the demonstration, this image offers a unique perspective on the events that unfolded in Trafalgar Square on that fateful day in 1886. The men in the foreground, with their backs to the viewer, invite us to join their conversation and consider the complex issues that drove the working class to revolt against the status quo.
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