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The Peasants Revolt of 1381in England began in Brentwood, Essex as a protest
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Date: 26th March 2014
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The Peasants Revolt of 1381in England began in Brentwood, Essex as a protest
The Peasants Revolt of 1381in England began in Brentwood, Essex as a protest at the collection of poll tax and reached a climax at Smithfield, London. Richard II (1367-1800) met the Kentish peasants who, under Watt Tyler (d1381), were demanding the end of serfdom. During the meeting William Walworth (d1385) Lord Mayor of London, wounded Wat Tyler who was taken to St Bartholomews Hospital but was later dragged out of the hospital and beheaded. Engraving c1860
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the historic Peasants Revolt of 1381 in England. The image captures a crucial moment during this uprising, as Richard II, the young English king, meets with the Kentish peasants led by Watt Tyler. Their demand for an end to serfdom resonated deeply among the oppressed working class. The setting is Brentwood, Essex, where this protest initially began as a response to the collection of poll tax. As tensions escalated, the revolt reached its climax at Smithfield in London. It was here that William Walworth, Lord Mayor of London at that time, took drastic action against Wat Tyler. In a shocking turn of events captured forever in history's annals and depicted vividly in this engraving from c1860, Walworth wounded Tyler during their meeting. After being taken to St Bartholomew's Hospital for treatment, Tyler's fate took another tragic twist when he was dragged out and beheaded. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the immense struggles faced by ordinary people throughout history and their unwavering determination for justice. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported back to a pivotal moment that shaped England's social landscape forever - an event that symbolizes both rebellion against oppression and the brutal consequences it sometimes entails.
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