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Irish Land League: In 1880 Parnell began campaign of social ostracism. Captain Boycott, agent for Lord Erne's Mayo estates, was one of the first victims. Boycotted butter in Cork market, May 1885
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Irish Land League: In 1880 Parnell began campaign of social ostracism. Captain Boycott, agent for Lord Erne's Mayo estates, was one of the first victims. Boycotted butter in Cork market, May 1885
527663 Irish Land League: In 1880 Parnell began campaign of social ostracism. Captain Boycott, agent for Lord Erne's Mayo estates, was one of the first victims. Boycotted butter in Cork market, May 1885.; Universal History Archive/UIG
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© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1880 1885 Agent Began Boycott Boycotted Butter Captain Cork Estates Land League Lord Mayo Nationalism Ostracism Parnell Terrorism Victims Erne
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This powerful print captures a pivotal moment in Irish history during the late 19th century. The image depicts the Irish Land League's campaign of social ostracism, which began in 1880 under the leadership of Charles Stewart Parnell. One of the first victims of this movement was Captain Boycott, who served as an agent for Lord Erne's Mayo estates.
In May 1885, Captain Boycott found himself at the center of a boycott when his butter was rejected from the Cork market. This act of defiance symbolized the resistance against oppressive landlords and their agents, marking a turning point in Ireland's fight for land rights and independence.
The photograph not only captures a specific event but also serves as a visual representation of Irish nationalism and political activism during this turbulent period. The determination and unity shown by those involved in boycotting Captain Boycott's products exemplify the strength and resilience of the Irish people in their struggle for justice.
Through this image, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by individuals like Parnell and Boycott to challenge authority and bring about change. It stands as a testament to Ireland's rich history of resistance against oppression and its ongoing quest for freedom.
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