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View of the boat prison (or hulk) Justitia, with inmates doing forced labour at the Royal Arsenal in Woolwich (London, England)
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View of the boat prison (or hulk) Justitia, with inmates doing forced labour at the Royal Arsenal in Woolwich (London, England)
MMM5485416 View of the boat prison (or hulk) Justitia, with inmates doing forced labour at the Royal Arsenal in Woolwich (London, England); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: View of the boat prison (or hulk) Justitia, with inmates doing forced labour at the Royal Arsenal in Woolwich (London, England). The Justitia is shown in the background and held the detainees until they were deported to Australia, this prison boat was anchored on the Thames at the end of the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783). Engraving around 1777.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38433320
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving captures a haunting scene from the past - the boat prison 'Justitia' at the Royal Arsenal in Woolwich, London. Inmates can be seen toiling away at forced labor, their faces etched with hardship and despair. The Justitia served as a holding place for detainees before they were deported to Australia, anchored on the Thames after the American Revolutionary War.
The intricate details of this 18th-century print transport us back in time, offering a glimpse into a dark chapter of history. The looming presence of the prison ship against the backdrop of bustling activity at the Royal Arsenal is both striking and unsettling.
As we study this image, we are reminded of the harsh realities faced by those who were imprisoned and subjected to grueling work on board these floating jails. The artist's skillful rendering captures not only the physical confinement but also the emotional weight carried by those trapped within its walls.
This print serves as a poignant reminder of our collective past, urging us to reflect on issues of justice, punishment, and human rights. It is a powerful testament to resilience in adversity and serves as an important historical document that continues to resonate with viewers today.
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