Pillary in small town square, used in early times to hang people up for punishment, Elvas, Portalegre District
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Pillary in small town square, used in early times to hang people up for punishment, Elvas, Portalegre District
Pillary in small town square, used in early times to hang people up for punishment, Elvas, Portalegre District, Alentejo, Portugal, april
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Media ID 6571011
© FLPA/Roger Wilmshurst
Historic Historical History Iberia Iberian Portugal Portugese Portuguese Town Towns Urban Punish Punishment Punishments
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step right up, folks! Behold the Pillary of Elvas - a relic from the days when justice was served with a touch of flair! This charming little town square in Portugal's Portalegre District once played host to some rather unconventional forms of punishment. Imagine the scene: it's springtime in historic Elvas, and as the flowers bloom, so too does this fascinating piece of European history. The pillary stands tall and proud, reminding us all that even picturesque towns have their dark pasts. In times gone by, this pillory was used to hang people up for punishment. But fear not! Nowadays, it serves only as a reminder of how far we've come. No longer do we rely on public humiliation; instead, we embrace more civilized methods. As you gaze upon this scenic print captured by Roger Wilmshurst, let your mind wander back to those early days when justice was swift and sometimes harsh. Picture yourself strolling through cobblestone streets lined with quaint buildings and imagining what life must have been like for those who faced the wrath of the pillory. So take a moment to appreciate this slice of Portuguese history while sipping on your favorite beverage. And remember - if you ever find yourself longing for simpler times or craving an adrenaline rush. . . well, maybe just stick to roller coasters!
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