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Ruins of Red House, Port of Spain, Trinidad, West Indies
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Ruins of Red House, Port of Spain, Trinidad, West Indies
Ruins of the Red House, a government building in Port of Spain, Trinidad, West Indies. It was set on fire during the Water Riots in March 1903.
circa 1903
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Balustrade Burned Burnt Caribbean Gutted Indies Neoclassical Riot Riots Ruin Ruined Trinidad Unrest
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This evocative photograph captures the ruins of the Red House, a once grand government building in Port of Spain, Trinidad, West Indies. The image, taken circa 1903, reveals the aftermath of the devastating Water Riots that occurred in March of that year. The Red House, a neoclassical structure with intricate balustrades and columns, had served as the seat of the Legislative Council and was a symbol of British colonial rule. During the unrest, a mob set fire to the building, reducing it to a gutted and ruined state. The Water Riots were a result of political tensions and economic hardships, with the population demanding greater representation and better living conditions. The event marked a turning point in Trinidad's political landscape, leading to reforms and the eventual move towards self-governance. The classical architecture of the Red House, with its grandeur and intricate details, stands in stark contrast to the destruction wrought by the fire. The balustrades, once ornate and elegant, now lie in ruin, a poignant reminder of the tumultuous history of this Caribbean island nation. The ruins of the Red House serve as a powerful symbol of the political unrest and the indomitable spirit of the people of Trinidad and Tobago.
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