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Winston Churchill at Sidney Street Siege, East London
Winston Churchill, then Home Secretary, with a group of policemen during the Siege of Sidney Street in Stepney, East London, on 3 January 1911. Date: 1911
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Media ID 14164303
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Anarchist Anarchy Churchill Danger Dangerous Doorway Minister Policeman Policemen Secretary Shelter Sidney Siege Stepney Terror Winston January
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in British history as Winston Churchill, then Home Secretary, stands amongst a group of determined policemen during the intense Sidney Street Siege in East London on 3 January 1911. The scene unfolds in the working-class district of Stepney, where an anarchist group, led by the notorious Russian revolutionary Leon Czolgosz, had taken refuge in a house following a botched robbery and shootout with authorities. Churchill, a charismatic and influential figure in British politics, had arrived on the scene to oversee the government's response to the dangerous situation. With a steely gaze and resolute demeanor, he stands in the doorway, shielding himself from the hail of bullets that had been exchanged between the anarchists and the police. The policemen around him, equally determined, remain vigilant and prepared for the next move. The Sidney Street Siege marked a significant turning point in the British response to political violence and anarchy. This event, which took place just over a decade before Churchill's tenure as Prime Minister during World War II, showcases his leadership and courage in the face of danger. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the historical significance of this pivotal moment in British history.
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