Roebuck Mug House Riot, London

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Roebuck Mug House Riot, London

A Roebuck Mug House Riot, Salisbury Court, Fleet Street, London, between Jacobites and Hanoverians.
1716

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1710s 1716 Conflict Days Disagreement Fight Hanoverian Jacobite Jacobites Riot Roebuck Salisbury Tavern

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This evocative image captures the chaos and intensity of the Roebuck Mug House Riot, which took place in Salisbury Court, Fleet Street, London, in 1716. The Roebuck Mug House was a popular pub and inn, known for its association with the Jacobite cause, a movement advocating for the restoration of the Stuart monarchy. The Hanoverians, supporters of the current monarch, King George I, were also frequent patrons. The disagreement between the two groups escalated into a violent confrontation on this day, with both sides armed and determined to assert their dominance. The photo depicts the moment of clash, with Jacobites and Hanoverians engaged in hand-to-hand combat, their faces contorted in anger and determination. The scene is further enlivened by the presence of books and other objects being used as weapons, reflecting the intellectual and political nature of the conflict. The riot continued for several days, causing significant damage to property and disrupting the peace of the city. The image provides a glimpse into the political tensions and social unrest of the 1710s, a time of instability and uncertainty in British history. The Roebuck Mug House Riot serves as a reminder of the passion and intensity of political beliefs, and the potential for violence that can arise when those beliefs come into conflict.

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