Canvas Print : Gerald Lee Bevans first appearance in the Guildhall police
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Gerald Lee Bevans first appearance in the Guildhall police
Stockbroker Gerald Lee Bevans first appearance in the Guildhall police court, to meet the charges of fraud brought against him. Previously Chairman of the City Equitable Fire Insurance Company, Bevan fled the country when the company failed, but was arrested in Vienna and brought to stand trial in England. Date: 18th August 1922
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Bevan Crime Dock Equitable Fraud Gerald Guild Hall Insurance L Aw Punishment 1922
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Canvas Print collection: "Gerald Lee Bevans at the Guildhall Police Court." This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the intriguing moment when stockbroker Gerald Lee Bevans made his first appearance at the Guildhall police court to answer charges of fraud. The high-quality canvas print brings history to life, with its rich, vibrant colors and stunning detail that truly capture the essence of this significant moment in time. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and expert techniques to ensure a beautiful, museum-quality finish. Add this captivating piece to your home or office decor and transport yourself back to the intrigue of a bygone era.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph taken on the 18th of August, 1922, Gerald Lee Bevans makes his first appearance at the Guildhall Police Court in London, following his arrest for charges of fraud. Bevans, a former prominent figure in the City of London as the Chairman of the City Equitable Fire Insurance Company, had fled the country when the company failed, leaving behind a trail of financial ruin. The once respected stockbroker was apprehended in Vienna and brought back to England to face the music. The courtroom was filled with a sense of anticipation and unease, as the gravity of Bevans' alleged crimes weighed heavily on the minds of those present. The failure of the City Equitable Fire Insurance Company had caused widespread panic and financial instability in the city, leaving many investors devastated and seeking answers. Bevans' arrest offered a glimmer of hope that justice would be served and those affected would receive some form of compensation. As Bevans stood before the judge, the weight of the law bore down on him. The punishment for fraud was a severe one, and the outcome of this trial would set a precedent for future cases of corporate malfeasance. The photograph captures a moment of truth and accountability, as the legal process begins to unfold and the fate of Gerald Lee Bevans hangs in the balance.
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