A Border Wedding

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A Border Wedding

Running away to Gretna Green for a border wedding - a false alarm when a coach comes by, feared to be the girls father in angry pursuit

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Media ID 607622

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1830 Alarm Angry Coach False Feared Gretna Pursuit Runaway Running Weddings

EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming print captures a moment of high drama in the historical tradition of border weddings. The scene depicts a young couple, presumably eloping to Gretna Green for a clandestine marriage, only to be interrupted by the sudden appearance of a coach. The fear and panic on their faces suggest that they believe it to be the girl's angry father in hot pursuit. The setting is evocative of 1830s customs and traditions surrounding marriages conducted at this famous Scottish border town. Gretna Green was known as a haven for couples seeking quick and easy nuptials away from prying eyes and strict regulations. The false alarm created by the passing coach adds an element of suspense to the image, leaving viewers wondering if the young lovers will be caught before they can reach their destination. Will they make it to Gretna Green in time to exchange vows, or will they face consequences for defying societal norms? Mary Evans Picture Library has captured not just a snapshot of history but also an emotional moment filled with tension and uncertainty. This print serves as a reminder of the lengths people would go to for love, even risking family disapproval and legal repercussions in pursuit of happiness together.

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