Brotherley Surveillance
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Brotherley Surveillance
After the Paris Commune, the Lodge of Perfect Equality set traps for individuals suspected of insurrection under the pretext of initiations. On leaving the lodge, if they were found guilty by having boasted of having shot people, they were stopped and sent away. Date: 1890s
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Freemasons Groups Initiation Pretext Societies Suspect Suspected Trap
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the 1890s, during a time of heightened social and political unrest following the Paris Commune, a clandestine network of surveillance and punishment was established by a little-known society known as the Lodge of Perfect Equality. This photograph, titled "Brotherley Surveillance," offers a chilling glimpse into the inner workings of this secretive group. The image depicts a suspect being led away from the lodge, his expression one of fear and trepidation. The reason for his arrest was not for any criminal activity in the traditional sense, but rather for having boasted of shooting people during the recent civil unrest. The Lodge of Perfect Equality, which masqueraded as a Freemason-like organization, used the pretext of initiations to ensnare those suspected of insurrectionary activities. The photograph provides a window into the social and political climate of the late 19th century, a time when fear and suspicion ran rampant. The Lodge of Perfect Equality, and similar groups, took advantage of the chaos and uncertainty to assert their own brand of justice, often with violent consequences. The photograph serves as a reminder of the power of deception and the dangers of vigilante justice. The photograph's provenance is from Mary Evans Prints Online, a leading provider of historical images. The exact date and location of the photograph are unknown, but it is believed to have been taken in the late 1890s. The image offers a unique and intriguing glimpse into a dark chapter of history, one that highlights the complex and often contradictory nature of social and political movements during a time of upheaval. Overall, "Brotherley Surveillance" is a powerful and thought-provoking image that invites further exploration into the history of secret societies and their role in shaping the social and political landscape of the late 19th century. It is a reminder of the importance of transparency and the dangers of allowing fear and suspicion to drive our actions.
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