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An incident which at the time gave ammunition to his enemies
STC364883 An incident which at the time gave ammunition to his enemies: Mr Churchills presence as Home Secretary at " the Siege of Sidney Street", on January 3, 1911 (photogravure) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Following a street battle in Houndsditch between City of London Police and a group of Latvian anarchists during which three policemen died, the police laid siege to a building at 100 Sidney Street; gang were armed with semi-automatic weapons and police called for back-up; Winston Churchill (1874-1965) then Home Secretary (left hand figure in top hat) ordered a detachment of Scots Guards to assist police; eventually the gang set fire to the house, two burned to death; 5 people were later put on trial but acquitted; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23252524
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This photograph captures a significant incident that once fueled the ammunition of his enemies. Taken during "the Siege of Sidney Street" on January 3,1911, this photogravure print showcases Mr. Churchill's presence as Home Secretary at the scene. The image depicts a chaotic street battle between the City of London Police and a group of Latvian anarchists in Houndsditch. Tragically, three policemen lost their lives during this confrontation, prompting the police to lay siege to a building located at 100 Sidney Street. The gang inside was heavily armed with semi-automatic weapons, leading to an urgent call for backup. In an unexpected turn of events, Winston Churchill himself ordered a detachment of Scots Guards to assist the overwhelmed police force. Positioned prominently in his top hat on the left-hand side of the photo, Churchill stands as both statesman and army leader amidst this intense gunfight. As tensions escalated throughout the day-long standoff, desperation set in for both sides. Eventually, the gang resorted to setting fire to their hideout which resulted in two members burning alive within its walls. Although five individuals were later put on trial for their involvement in this notorious incident, they were ultimately acquitted. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder not only of Churchill's decisive actions but also highlights an era marked by gang warfare and anarchist movements. Preserved within The Stapleton Collection and now part of Bridgeman Images' archives, this historic image offers viewers a glimpse into one man's role amidst chaos while shedding light on an important chapter in British history.
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