Punishment by pillory, historical image C017 / 7883
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Punishment by pillory, historical image C017 / 7883
Punishment by pillory, Delaware, USA, historical image. The pillory is occupied by an African-American man. This punishment, similar to the stocks, was used for public humiliation for petty criminals. The pillory had been abolished in the UK by 1837 but remained in use in the USA in the state of Delaware until it was abolished in 1972. This photograph is from the Bain News Service, one of the USAs earliest news picture libraries. The bulk of the Bain images date from the period from the 1890s to the 1930s
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1900s Bain News Service Black Captive Captivity Convicted Crime Criminal Criminology Delaware Jurisprudence North American Public Display Punishment Social Sociological Sociology Watching Convict Humiliating Humiliation Pillory Punishing Wooden Post
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This historical image captures the punishment by pillory, a form of public humiliation used for petty criminals in Delaware, USA. The photograph showcases an African-American man occupying the pillory, highlighting the racial disparities prevalent during this time period. While the pillory had been abolished in the UK by 1837, it remained in use in Delaware until its abolition in 1972. The photo is part of the Bain News Service collection, one of America's earliest news picture libraries. Most of these images date from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, providing valuable insights into societal norms and practices at that time. The image portrays a solemn scene as onlookers observe this degrading punishment. It serves as a reminder of our dark history and sheds light on issues surrounding crime, social justice, and human rights. The wooden post serving as a captive structure symbolizes not only physical confinement but also societal captivity faced by marginalized communities. Through this photograph's monochrome depiction and careful preservation by Library of Congress/Science Photo Library, we are granted access to examine criminology and sociological aspects within North American history. It prompts us to reflect upon how far we have come as a society while acknowledging that there is still work to be done towards achieving equality and justice for all individuals.
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