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The Case of Louis and Harriet Staunton (b/w photo)
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The Case of Louis and Harriet Staunton (b/w photo)
8675701 The Case of Louis and Harriet Staunton (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Case of Louis and Harriet Staunton. Sir John Holker, Attorney General, led for the Crown at the trial of the Stauntons, 1877. Illustration from Great Unsolved Crimes (Hutchinson & Co Ltd, London, c1935).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38486764
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The print captures a moment from the infamous case of Louis and Harriet Staunton, a trial that gripped the nation in 1877. Sir John Holker, Attorney General, can be seen leading for the Crown in this historic courtroom scene.
The image is a stark reminder of the criminal underworld that existed in 19th century Britain, with figures such as thugs, brigands, bandits, bootleggers, felons, and gangsters making their mark on society. The legal system was put to the test as lawbreakers like the Stauntons challenged its authority.
This photograph serves as a window into a time when crime and punishment were at the forefront of public consciousness. It highlights the complexities of jurisprudence and the constant battle between those who uphold the law and those who seek to break it.
As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are reminded of the importance of justice and accountability in our society. The legacy of cases like Louis and Harriet Staunton's lives on through images like these, prompting us to reflect on how far we have come in our pursuit of truth and fairness under the law.
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