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Fine Art Print : Skinheads clash in Farringdon Road, London. Twenty to thirty youths were chased
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Skinheads clash in Farringdon Road, London. Twenty to thirty youths were chased
Skinheads clash in Farringdon Road, London.
Twenty to thirty youths were chased along the Farringdon Road after incidents involving a dmaged train and an alleged attack on a man.
The skinheads were stopped and made to remove their boots while police lined them up along a wall and searched them.
Picture shows: Youths collecting their boots after the police enquiries.
4th April 1970
David Nash
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
70 3124
Media ID 21822733
© Mirrorpix
Boots Confrontation Fighting Gangs Law And Order Police Shoes Social History Subculture Teenagers Youth Culture 1970
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw energy and intensity of the past with our limited-edition Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This powerful image captures the moment of a Skinhead clash in Farringdon Road, London, as twenty to thirty youths were chased by an onlooker. This iconic photograph, taken by David Nash from Memory Lane Prints, documents a pivotal moment in London's history, where tensions boiled over following incidents involving a damaged train and an alleged attack. Add this captivating piece to your collection and bring a piece of historical significance into your home or office.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a moment of intense conflict and tension in the heart of London's Farringdon Road. In the year 1970, a clash between skinheads erupted, resulting in a chaotic scene that unfolded before the lens of photographer David Nash. As chaos ensued, twenty to thirty youths were relentlessly chased along Farringdon Road following incidents involving a damaged train and an alleged attack on an individual. The authorities swiftly intervened, forcing the skinheads to remove their boots while they lined up against a wall for thorough searches. In this particular frame frozen in time, we witness a poignant aftermath as these troubled youths collect their boots after undergoing police inquiries. Their expressions reveal both defiance and vulnerability - emblematic of the complex social dynamics at play during this era. Beyond its historical significance, this photograph offers us glimpses into various facets of youth culture and subcultures prevalent during the 1970s. It sheds light on fashion choices that defined these groups - from clothing to distinctive footwear like boots - all elements that played crucial roles in shaping identities within these communities. David Nash's powerful image serves as an enduring reminder of not only the clashes between rival gangs but also highlights broader themes such as law enforcement struggles with maintaining order amidst societal tensions. It invites viewers to reflect upon how youth cultures have evolved over time while leaving space for contemplation about our own contemporary society.
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