Cheapside Puritan Demo

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Cheapside Puritan Demo

Puritan demonstrations in London against the monarchy. Their actions included pulling down the cross at Cheapside and burning Catholic texts where the cross had stood

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1643 Actions Burning Cheapside Demo Demonstrations Fuelled Hate Included Monarchy Pulling Puritan Stood Texts Iconoclasm Iconoclastic

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the intensity and passion of the Puritan demonstrations that took place in London during 1643. The scene at Cheapside, depicted in this photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library, shows a mob of Puritans, fueled by their deep-rooted hatred towards the monarchy and Catholicism, engaging in iconoclastic actions. The cross that had stood proudly at Cheapside for centuries had been pulled down, and the texts that had been attached to it were now being burned in the streets. The Puritan movement, a radical Protestant sect, had long been critical of the Catholic symbols and practices that still permeated English society under the monarchy. The cross at Cheapside, a prominent symbol of Catholicism, had become a focal point for their protests. The iconoclastic actions of the Puritans were not only a rejection of Catholicism but also a statement of their desire for religious and political reform. The events at Cheapside were just one of many demonstrations that took place during this tumultuous period in British history. The Puritans' actions were a significant challenge to the authority of the monarchy and the established Church of England. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the religious and political tensions that shaped the history of Britain during the 17th century. The photograph, from Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of intense religious and political upheaval. The image's composition, with the crowd in the foreground and the smoky skyline of London in the background, adds to the sense of drama and urgency. The photograph is a testament to the power of historical images to bring the past to life and help us understand the complexities of our shared history.

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