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Armed Police Collect Tax
French Government officials seeking to make an inventory of church property meet resistance from peasants who regard it as an attack on the Church
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Media ID 4379261
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Armed Authorities Collect Disorder Haut Loire Peasants Pitch Fork Refuse Region S End Taxes
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history to life with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This captivating image, titled "Armed Police Collect Tax," showcases a pivotal moment in history as French Government officials encounter resistance from determined peasants during an inventory of church property. The detailed and vibrant colors of this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online are beautifully rendered on our high-quality canvas material, creating a truly immersive and timeless piece for your home or office. With our commitment to exceptional craftsmanship, every Canvas Print is carefully produced using premium materials and superior printing techniques to ensure a long-lasting and breathtaking display. Elevate your space with this evocative piece of historical art and relive the stories of the past."
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
This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in French history during the early 20th century, as armed police officers attempt to collect taxes on church property in the Haut-Languedoc region of France, in the year 1906. The scene unfolds in the picturesque Loire region, with its rolling hills and quaint villages, yet the idyllic setting is disrupted by the tense standoff between authorities and the local peasants. The French government, under the Third Republic, was seeking to make an inventory of church property as part of a broader effort to secularize the country. However, the peasants, many of whom were deeply religious and saw this as an attack on their faith, refused to comply. The situation quickly escalated into disorder, with the peasants brandishing pitchforks and other farming tools as weapons of resistance. The armed police officers, dressed in their uniforms and carrying rifles, are determined to carry out their duties, but the defiant peasants are not backing down. The tension in the air is palpable, with both sides dug in for a confrontation. This historical event, known as the "Affaire des Fonds Consolides," was a significant turning point in the relationship between the French government and the rural population, and highlights the complexities of religious and political tensions during this period. This powerful photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, is a poignant reminder of the rich and complex history of France, and the challenges that its people have faced in shaping their nation's identity.
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