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When general Haynau, Austrian general who had put down patriotic rising with severity, visits London he is assaulted by the workers at Barclay & Perkins Brewery
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1850 Assaulted Austrian Barclay Brewery Patriotic Perkins Rising Severity Visits Haynau
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In this striking historical image from the Mary Evans Picture Library, we witness a pivotal moment in the complex relationship between Britain and Austria during the mid-19th century. The photograph depicts General Ferdinand von Haynau, an Austrian military leader infamous for his brutal suppression of the 1848 Hungarian Revolution and the subsequent patriotic rising in Vienna. The scene unfolds at the Barclay & Perkins Brewery in London, where a large crowd of workers has gathered to voice their disapproval of Haynau's actions. The general, dressed in his military uniform, stands at the entrance of the brewery, seemingly unfazed by the hostile reception. The workers, many of them brandishing makeshift weapons, have surrounded him, their faces etched with anger and determination. This incident took place in 1850, several years after the revolutions in Europe had subsided. Haynau's visit to Britain was met with widespread protests, as the British public expressed their solidarity with the oppressed people of Austria and Hungary. The workers' assault on the general was a bold demonstration of their disapproval and a testament to the growing tide of nationalist sentiment that was sweeping across Europe. Despite the tense atmosphere, no serious harm came to Haynau during the altercation, and he was eventually escorted away by the British authorities. The incident, however, served to further fuel the anti-Austrian sentiment in Britain and heightened tensions between the two countries. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into a turbulent period in European history, capturing the raw emotions and political tensions that defined the era. It serves as a reminder of the complex web of relationships that existed between European nations during this time and the power of public opinion to shape international relations.
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