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 goods being given an armed guard to Thurles station, February 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 goods being given an armed guard to Thurles station, February 1885

527661 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 goods being given an armed guard to Thurles station, February 1885. ; Universal History Archive/UIG

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1880 1885 Agent Armed Began Boycott Boycotted Captain Estates February Goods Guard Land League Lord Mayo Nationalism Ostracism Parnell Station Terrorism Thurles Victims Erne

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This powerful print captures a pivotal moment in Irish history during the height of the Land League movement. In 1880, under the leadership of Charles Stewart Parnell, the campaign of social ostracism began as a means to protest against unfair land practices and demand better rights for tenants. One of the first victims of this campaign was Captain Boycott, who served as an agent for Lord Erne's Mayo estates. Boycott found himself isolated and shunned by his community, leading to the coining of the term "boycott" that we still use today. In this image from February 1885, we see boycotted goods being escorted by armed guards to Thurles station. The tension and conflict surrounding these goods are palpable in every detail captured by the photographer. The Land League movement was not just about economic demands; it was also a symbol of Irish nationalism and resistance against British rule. The actions taken by Parnell and his supporters were seen as acts of defiance and solidarity among oppressed tenants. This print serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by those fighting for justice and equality in Ireland during this turbulent time. It is a testament to the power of collective action and standing up against injustice, no matter how daunting the odds may seem.

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