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Land League supporters(whose policy is not to pay rent to English landlords) demonstrate at a forced sale of cattle seized from a farmer in lieu of rent
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1881 Cattle Demonstrate Farmer Forced League Policy Rent Sale Seized Supporters Landlords Lieu
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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 17.6cm (9.3" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in Irish history during the Land War of the late 19th century. The image, taken in June 1881, depicts a large crowd of Land League supporters gathered around a forced sale of cattle in Ireland. The Land League was a political organization dedicated to promoting the rights of Irish farmers and advocating for the abolition of the landlord system. At the heart of the controversy was the practice of distraint for non-payment of rent, where landlords would seize cattle or other property as collateral when tenants were unable to pay their rent. In this instance, the cattle were being sold to recoup unpaid rent from a local farmer. The League's policy of non-payment of rent to English landlords had led to a series of confrontations and protests, with this event being one of the most notable. The passionate demonstrators, many of whom are shown in the photograph wearing the symbols of the Land League, had gathered to protest the sale and show their solidarity with the farmer. Their determination and resolve are palpable, as they stand their ground against the authorities attempting to carry out the sale. The scene is a powerful reminder of the deep-rooted tensions between the Irish tenant farmers and their English landlords, and the courage and resilience of those who fought for their rights and a better future for their communities. This historic photograph, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in Irish history, and serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles and sacrifices made by those who sought to challenge the status quo and fight for a more equitable future.
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