Photo Mug : Mob Burns Hay Rick / 1830
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Mob Burns Hay Rick / 1830
A mob burns hay-ricks in Kent. Date: 1830
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1830 Agitation Burns Reform Rick Ricks
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Add a touch of history to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring the captivating image "Mob Burns Hay Rick / 1830" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, these mugs transport you back in time to a Kentish countryside scene from 1830. Each mug is expertly crafted with high-quality materials and vibrant, long-lasting prints to bring the beauty of this iconic photograph right to your hands. Ideal for tea or coffee, these mugs make a unique and thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates the charm of a bygone era. Order yours today and start your day with a piece of history in every sip!
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from 1830, a large mob gathers in a field in Kent, England, as they prepare to set fire to a row of hay-ricks. The scene is one of unrest and agitation, as the crowd, fueled by economic hardship and political frustration, takes matters into their own hands. At the time, the agricultural sector in Britain was undergoing significant changes. The enclosure movement, which involved the consolidation of small farms into larger estates, had left many farmers and laborers without land or employment. Combined with high food prices and a difficult economic climate, this led to widespread poverty and desperation. The burning of hay-ricks was a form of protest that had been used for centuries in times of hardship. The hay-ricks were a valuable source of food for livestock during the winter months, and their destruction would result in significant losses for farmers. By targeting the hay-ricks, the mob was making a statement about their economic and political powerlessness. The event depicted in this photograph is believed to have taken place in the early 1830s, during a period of intense social and political unrest in Britain. The Reform Act of 1832, which expanded the franchise and reformed parliamentary representation, was just a few years away. The burning of the hay-ricks was a precursor to more widespread protests and agitation, as the people of Britain demanded greater political representation and economic justice. This powerful image offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in British history, when the tensions of the time came to a head in a dramatic and destructive way. The flames of the burning hay-ricks serve as a reminder of the passion and determination that can drive people to action, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges.
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