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The Emancipator Collection

"The Emancipator: Daniel O'Connell and the Fight for Freedom" In the midst of a turbulent era, one man emerged as a beacon of hope and liberation

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: The arrest of Daniel O'Connell in 1831 on a charge of conspiracy

The arrest of Daniel O'Connell in 1831 on a charge of conspiracy
3083156 The arrest of Daniel O'Connell in 1831 on a charge of conspiracy.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Daniel O'Connell, 1775 - 1847, aka The Liberator or The Emancipator)

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Daniel O'Connell campaigning for the repeal of the Act of Union at a meeting in Trim

Daniel O'Connell campaigning for the repeal of the Act of Union at a meeting in Trim, County Meath, Ireland in 1843
3083169 Daniel O'Connell campaigning for the repeal of the Act of Union at a meeting in Trim, County Meath, Ireland in 1843.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Daniel O'Connell, 1775 - 1847)

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Portrait of Daniel O'Connell, 19th century (engraving)

Portrait of Daniel O'Connell, 19th century (engraving)
3521675 Portrait of Daniel O'Connell, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Daniel O'Connell (1775-1847) and Irish political leader

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Laying the foundation-stone of the O'Connell Monument in Sackville-street, Dublin, 1864

Laying the foundation-stone of the O'Connell Monument in Sackville-street, Dublin, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Laying the foundation-stone of the O'Connell Monument in Sackville-street, Dublin, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. W. H

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Mr O'Connell proposing the formation of the Catholic Association. Daniel O'Connell

Mr O'Connell proposing the formation of the Catholic Association. Daniel O'Connell, aka The Liberator or The Emancipator, 1775 - 1847. Irish political leader

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: The Clare Contest: Father Murphy leading his tenants to the poll

The Clare Contest: Father Murphy leading his tenants to the poll
STC393290 The Clare Contest: Father Murphy leading his tenants to the poll, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Daniel O Connell (engraving)

Daniel O Connell (engraving)
812528 Daniel O Connell (engraving) by Haverty, J.P. (1794-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Daniel O Connell, painted by J. P. Haverty, Esq. for the late Catholic Association of Ireland)

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: House of Lords - the Lord Chancellor pronouncing judgment in the case of the Queen v

House of Lords - the Lord Chancellor pronouncing judgment in the case of the Queen v. O Connell, 1844. Interior of the Palace of Westminster in London

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: The Governor of the Richmond Penitentiary, 1844. Creator: Unknown

The Governor of the Richmond Penitentiary, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Governor of the Richmond Penitentiary, 1844. Portrait of Irishman Thomas Purdon, Esq. the Governor of the Richmond Penitentiary at Dublin [in Ireland], whose kindness towards Mr

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Great Repeal Meeting in Washington Hall, 1844. Creator: Unknown

Great Repeal Meeting in Washington Hall, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Great Repeal Meeting in Washington Hall, 1844. Meeting in New York:for the purpose of raising a fund for the payment of the fine of £ 2000 which Mr

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Liberation of Mr O Connell... arrival of the news at the penitentiary, 1844

Liberation of Mr O Connell... arrival of the news at the penitentiary, 1844
Liberation of Mr O Connell, and the other State Prisoners, at Dublin - arrival of the news at the penitentiary, 1844. The Richmond Bridewell in Dublin, Ireland

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: The procession passing the Bank, 1844. Creator: Unknown

The procession passing the Bank, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The procession passing the Bank, 1844. Celebrations in Dublin, Ireland, after the release from prison of nationalist politician Daniel O Connell

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: O Connell at the balcony, in Merrion Square, Dublin, 1844. Creator: Unknown

O Connell at the balcony, in Merrion Square, Dublin, 1844. Creator: Unknown
O Connell at the balcony, in Merrion Square, Dublin, 1844. Irish politician Daniel O Connell addresses a crowd in the rain

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Mr. O Connell, in his triumphal car, 1844. Creator: Unknown

Mr. O Connell, in his triumphal car, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Mr. O Connell, in his triumphal car, 1844. Crowds in Dublin, Ireland, celebrate the release from prison of nationalist politician. At length Mr

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: The car, 1844. Creator: Unknown

The car, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The car, 1844. Special seat in which nationalist politician Daniel O Connell was conveyed through the streets of Dublin, Ireland, after his release from prison. At length Mr

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Night-scene in a Dublin-street, 1844. Creator: Unknown

Night-scene in a Dublin-street, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Night-scene in a Dublin-street, 1844. Crowds celebrate after Irish nationalist politician Daniel O Connell was released from prison. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: The O Connell Monument and the Nelson Pillar, O Connell Street, Dublin, Ireland, c1930s

The O Connell Monument and the Nelson Pillar, O Connell Street, Dublin, Ireland, c1930s. Memorial to Daniel O Connell by John Henry Foley

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Military Rough-Riders Breaking an Unruly Animal, 1833. Creator: John Doyle

Military Rough-Riders Breaking an Unruly Animal, 1833. Creator: John Doyle
Military Rough-Riders Breaking an Unruly Animal, 1833. Chief Secretary for Ireland Edward Stanley, Prime Minister Charles Grey

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Dispersion of the Thimble-Rig, 1834. Creator: John Doyle

Dispersion of the Thimble-Rig, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
Dispersion of the Thimble-Rig, 1834. British politicians: Agad, here is the Police ; I shan t stir a peg ; I ll be off ; Then so shall I

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Going to the Fair with it!... 1837. Creator: John Doyle

Going to the Fair with it!... 1837. Creator: John Doyle
Going to the Fair with it!. A Cant Phrase for doing any thing in an extravagant way - Known it is presumed to most persons, 1837

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: The Reconciliation. An Affecting Scene, 1834. Creator: John Doyle

The Reconciliation. An Affecting Scene, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
The Reconciliation. An Affecting Scene, 1834. Edward Stanley, Earl of Derby; Hugh Fortescue, 2nd Earl Fortescue; Sir James Robert George Graham; Edward John Littleton

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: A Family Group, framed, glazed and ready to be hung up at Brookes s, 1835. Creator: John Doyle

A Family Group, framed, glazed and ready to be hung up at Brookes s, 1835. Creator: John Doyle
A Family Group, framed, glazed and ready to be hung up at Brookes s, 1835. Lord Ebrington - British politician Hugh Fortescue

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Daniel O Connell, c1840, (c1880). Creator: Thomas Heathfield Carrick

Daniel O Connell, c1840, (c1880). Creator: Thomas Heathfield Carrick
Daniel O Connell, (c1840), c1880. Daniel O Connell (1775-1847) Irish political leader who campaigned for Catholic emancipation. [Blackie & Son, London, Glasgow & Edinburgh]

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Daniel O connell, 1775a

Daniel O connell, 1775a

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Left. Daniel O connell, 1775

Left. Daniel O connell, 1775

Background imageThe Emancipator Collection: Daniel O connell, Or D

Daniel O connell, Or D



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"The Emancipator: Daniel O'Connell and the Fight for Freedom" In the midst of a turbulent era, one man emerged as a beacon of hope and liberation. Daniel O'Connell, known as "The Emancipator, " dedicated his life to championing the rights of his people. His unwavering determination and indomitable spirit left an indelible mark on history. From the pages of La Mode, July 5th, 1843, we catch a glimpse of this remarkable figure in litho form. The image captures O'Connell's commanding presence, exuding strength and conviction, and is no wonder he became a symbol of resistance against oppression. One notable event that showcased O'Connell's leadership was "The Clare Contest. " Father Murphy led his tenants to the poll under O'Connell's guidance. Together, they defied societal norms and fought for their right to vote—a pivotal moment in Ireland's struggle for democracy. An engraving depicting Daniel O'Connell further emphasizes his significance during this time. As he stands before the House of Lords with determination etched across his face, it becomes evident that he would not rest until justice prevailed. In 1844, news arrived at Richmond Penitentiary announcing Mr. O'Connell's liberation—an electrifying moment captured by an unknown creator. The Governor himself must have felt awe-struck witnessing such triumph over adversity within those prison walls. A Great Repeal Meeting held at Washington Hall later that year united countless individuals who shared O'Connell's vision for change—another testament to his ability to inspire masses towards a common cause. As depicted in various scenes from Dublin streets in 1844—whether it be passing by banks or standing proudly at Merrion Square balcony—O'Connell commanded attention wherever he went. His triumphant car served as both transportation and symbol; its wheels turning towards progress while carrying hope on its back.