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SUSSEX SMUGGLERS Daniel Cater chained in the Turff House at Old Mill s. John Cobby is kicking him and Benjamin Tapner is cutting him across the eyes and nose while he is saying the Lords Prayer. Date: 1748-9
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1748 Benjamin C18th Crime Cutting Daniel Kicking Prayer Smugglers
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This haunting image captures the brutal reality of Sussex smuggling rings in the 18th century. The scene unfolds at the Old Mill in Sussex, England, in the year 1748-9. Daniel Cater, a hapless smuggler, is chained to the wall of the Turff House, a notorious hideout for smugglers, awaiting his punishment. John Cobby, a local constable, kicks Daniel in the stomach with a cruel sneer, while Benjamin Tapner, another smuggler, mercilessly cuts Daniel across the eyes and nose with a sharp blade. Daniel's only defense is to recite the Lord's Prayer, a desperate plea for mercy and divine intervention. Smuggling was a lucrative but dangerous business in Sussex during the 18th century. The region's rugged coastline and secluded coves provided the perfect cover for smugglers to bring in contraband goods, such as tea, brandy, and tobacco, which were heavily taxed or outright banned by the British government. However, the risks were high, and the consequences for getting caught were severe. This photograph is a stark reminder of the brutal tactics used by the authorities to deter smuggling and bring offenders to justice. The image also highlights the complex social dynamics of the time, with local constables often turning a blind eye to smuggling in exchange for bribes or protection money. The Sussex smuggling rings were a powerful force, and this chilling scene underscores the dangerous allure and the harsh realities of this criminal underworld.
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