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The No Popery rioters attacking the Members of Parliament in Palace Yard (engraving)
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The No Popery rioters attacking the Members of Parliament in Palace Yard (engraving)
XJF387401 The No Popery rioters attacking the Members of Parliament in Palace Yard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: part of the Gordon Riots when Lord George Gordon (1751-93) led a demonstration to the House of Commons petitioning for a repeal of the 1778 Papist Act, which had lifted many of the penalties put on Roman Catholics; )
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The No Popery Rioters - A Violent Clash in Palace Yard
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. This engraving, created by an anonymous English artist in the 19th century, captures a pivotal moment during the infamous Gordon Riots. The image depicts a chaotic scene unfolding in Palace Yard as the No Popery rioters launch a vicious attack on Members of Parliament. The Gordon Riots were sparked by Lord George Gordon's passionate plea to repeal the Papist Act of 1778, which had eased restrictions on Roman Catholics. As tensions escalated, this engraving freezes a snapshot of history where violence and chaos reign supreme. In this dramatic portrayal, we witness enraged demonstrators engaging in brutal clashes with their elected representatives. The air is thick with aggression and defiance as both sides confront each other head-on. Fists fly and weapons are brandished amidst billowing smoke and crumbling architecture. The artist skillfully captures the raw emotions coursing through every figure depicted - fear, anger, determination - all etched onto their faces as they fight for their respective causes. This battle scene serves as a stark reminder of how deeply divided society was during this tumultuous period. Through this powerful visual narrative, we are transported back to the early 18th century when political unrest boiled over into violent conflict. It stands as an enduring testament to the human capacity for both unity and discord; reminding us that even within our democratic institutions, passions can ignite into destructive forces capable of tearing societies apart.
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