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Fine Art Print : Scene at POP Festival, Weeley, Essex, following a battle between security men
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Scene at POP Festival, Weeley, Essex, following a battle between security men
Scene at POP Festival, Weeley, Essex, following a battle between security men and Hells Angels, a young Hells Angel leaves the battlefield on a stretcher, 28th August 1971
Sunday Mirror
Mirrorpix
Weeley
Essex
England
Media ID 21669854
© Mirrorpix
Clash Festival Fight Gang Motorbikes Motorcycle Police Teenagers Violence
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Fine Art Print from Memory Lane Prints. This captivating image captures the raw energy and tension of the infamous POP Festival at Weeley, Essex, in 1971. Witness the aftermath of the intense battle between security personnel and the Hells Angels motorcycle club. A young Hells Angel is carried away on a stretcher, leaving behind a scene of chaos and excitement. This Fine Art Print, taken from the Sunday Mirror archive, is a must-have for music history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. With stunning detail and vivid colors, this print is a true piece of history that will add character and conversation to any wall.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from Memory Lane Prints captures a dramatic scene at the POP Festival in Weeley, Essex, on August 28th, 1971. The image depicts the aftermath of a fierce clash between security men and Hells Angels, with a young member of the notorious motorcycle gang being carried away on a stretcher. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the raw energy and intensity that characterized youth culture during the 1970s. The festival atmosphere is palpable as music fills the air and teenagers revel in their freedom. However, beneath this seemingly carefree facade lies an undercurrent of tension and violence. The clash between security personnel and Hells Angels serves as a stark reminder of societal divisions and clashes between different subcultures. Motorbikes stand scattered amidst the chaos, symbolizing rebellion against authority while also serving as vehicles for both transportation and self-expression. This photograph encapsulates not only a momentary battle but also larger themes such as generational conflict, social unrest, and youthful defiance. It offers us a glimpse into an era when music festivals were more than just entertainment; they were arenas where ideologies clashed. As we gaze upon this powerful image captured by Sunday Mirror's lensman decades ago, let it serve as a testament to our collective history – one that reminds us how far we have come while urging us to reflect on how much further we still have to go.
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