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Bread Riots, Milano
BREAD RIOTS IN MILANO The cost of bread, the lack of work, and general dissatis- faction bring the people out : the police are unable to prevent widespread looting Date: May 1898
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1898 B Ring Bread Cost Faction Lack Looting Milano Prevent Riots Unable Widespread
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience the rich history of photographic journalism with our Media Storehouse range of Rights Managed prints from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, titled "Bread Riots, Milano," portrays a pivotal moment in history as the people of Milan take to the streets in May 1898, protesting the high cost of bread and lack of employment. Witness the intensity and determination in the crowd as the police struggle to maintain order. This powerful photograph is a poignant reminder of the past and a testament to the enduring power of visual storytelling. Add this historic print to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 25.6cm (14" x 10.1")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Bread Riots in Milano, 1898: A Sea of Discontent and Desperation This powerful image captures the essence of a pivotal moment in Milano's history, as the people took to the streets in a mass uprising against the exorbitant cost of bread and the lack of employment opportunities. The date was May 1898, and the city was on the brink of chaos. The cost of living had reached an all-time high, with the price of bread being a particularly heavy burden for the working class. The situation was further exacerbated by widespread unemployment, leaving many families struggling to make ends meet. The people of Milano had grown weary of the status quo and were determined to make their voices heard. The scene depicted in this photograph shows a sea of people, mostly women and children, gathered in the streets, demanding access to affordable bread. The police, outnumbered and unable to prevent the widespread looting that had ensued, can be seen attempting to maintain order amidst the chaos. The Bread Riots in Milano were a manifestation of the deep-seated dissatisfaction and frustration that had been simmering in the city for months. The event served as a catalyst for broader social and political changes, ultimately leading to reforms aimed at addressing the root causes of poverty and inequality. This poignant image is a reminder of the power of the people to rise up against injustice and demand change, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.
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