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Photographic Print : Scene in the Birmingham No Popery riots, 1868 (1906)
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Scene in the Birmingham No Popery riots, 1868 (1906)
Scene in the Birmingham No Popery riots, 1868 (1906). Rioting broke out after a lecture by the anti-Catholic campaigner William Murphy. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1906]
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Anger Angry Birmingham Disorder Fury Ireland Irish Murphy Protest Rage Religious Conflict Riot Rioter Rioting Unrest Violence Violent West Midlands Anti Catholic Roman Catholicism
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this evocative photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Historical Prints. Witness the intensity of the Birmingham No Popery riots in 1868, as depicted in this powerful image from Heritage Images. This scene, captured in 1906, shows the aftermath of a lecture by the anti-Catholic campaigner William Murphy, which ignited violent clashes between Protestants and Catholics in the streets of Birmingham. Add this captivating piece of history to your home or office, and transport yourself back to a pivotal moment in England's past.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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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 captures a scene from the infamous Birmingham No Popery riots of 1868. The unrest erupted following a lecture by the fervent anti-Catholic campaigner, William Murphy. In this chaotic snapshot, we witness the aftermath of his incendiary words as angry men take to the streets in protest. The image showcases a country lane transformed into a battleground, with enraged individuals venting their fury against Catholicism. The faces etched with anger and frustration tell stories of religious conflict and deep-seated resentment. This photograph offers us a glimpse into Victorian Britain's turbulent history, where tensions between different religious factions were rife. The rioters' actions reflect not only their opposition to Roman Catholicism but also their discontent with societal norms and political structures. It serves as a reminder that even in an era known for its rigid social order, voices of dissent could rise up in violent rebellion. As we observe this historical moment frozen in time, it is impossible not to feel the intensity radiating from these monochrome figures. Their expressions convey both determination and desperation—a potent mix that fueled the disorder on those West Midlands streets. This evocative print transports us back to an era when religion was at the heart of cultural divisions, reminding us how far society has come while urging reflection on our shared past.
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