Grievance Collection

Court of Exchequer
3086765 Court of Exchequer by English School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: After one of a series of manuscripts showing the four courts at Westminster Hall)

Court of Common Pleas
3086763 Court of Common Pleas by English School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: After one of a series of manuscripts showing the four courts at Westminster Hall)

Clameur de Haro, Guernsey law, 1924
" Haro! Haro! Haro! a L aide, Mon Prince! on Mefait Tort" : A Norman survival in Guernsey law: a Guernsey farmer kneels and recites the accepted formula

Romantic bridge spanning brook in morning mist Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany
SAS-281 Romantic bridge spanning brook in morning mist Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Widow and young man taking coffee in a restaurant talking to a stone mason
FLO4691319 Widow and young man taking coffee in a restaurant talking to a stone mason. She says, And don't forgot in large letters, A good father, fine spouse, he leaves an inconsolable widow

A sailor cheated out of his share of the prize money by his navy. Unable to pay six guineas
FLO4717990 A sailor cheated out of his share of the prize money by his navy. Unable to pay six guineas, Jack Tar dies of grievance in the lobspound (prison)

La mort du grand king Sesostris (Senousert) - The death of the great King Sesostris. Copperplate engraving by C
FLO4607876 La mort du grand king Sesostris (Senousert) - The death of the great King Sesostris. Copperplate engraving by C. Grignion from The Copper Plate Magazine or Monthly Treasure, G

Proculeius Preventing Cleopatra from Stabbing herself, 1810. Creator: Joannes Echarcus Carolus Alberti
Proculeius Preventing Cleopatra from Stabbing herself, 1810

Pensive woman on an open field

List of complaints and demands addressed to King Louis XVI (1754-93
ARH179935 List of complaints and demands addressed to King Louis XVI (1754-93) by the parish of Taverny, April 1789 (pen & ink on paper) by French School

Cahiers de doleances
5675106 Cahiers de doleances. by Beuzon, Joseph (1864-1940); (add.info.: Histoire. France. Revolution francaise. Ecriture des cahiers de doleances dans les campagnes francaise, 1789)

The Honourable Charles Sumner (colour litho)
613492 The Honourable Charles Sumner (colour litho) by Brewtnall, Edward Frederick (1846-1902) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Honourable Charles Sumner, The massive grievance)

The Great Abuse (engraving)
972698 The Great Abuse (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Abuse. Cartoon showing a woman of the people burdened with a nun)

The Protection "Dodge"(engraving)
2777178 The Protection " Dodge" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Protection " Dodge." Cartoon, 19 January 1850)

The Triple Alliance (colour litho)
2818428 The Triple Alliance (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Triple Alliance. The grandson of the corporal of Zouaves)

Relating His Grievances, late 19th-early 20th century, (1922). Creator: Arthur David McCormick
Relating His Grievances, late 19th-early 20th century, (1922). 17th century scene in a tavern. From " Bibbys Annual 1922", edited by Joseph Bibby. [J. Bibby & Sons, London, 1922]

Peaceful demonstration regarding the treatment of British ex-servicemen, 1923. Artist
Peaceful demonstration regarding the treatment of British ex-servicemen, 1923. They hold placards protesting at the sacking of over 3000 civil servants who were former members of the armed services

Riot by railroad workers at Martinsburg on the Baltimore-Ohio Railroad, USA, 1877
Riot by Baltimore-Ohio Railroad workers at Martinsburg, West Virginia, USA, 1877. The riot occurred after workers went on strike because the company cut their wages

Vichy French anti-British propaganda poster, 1940-1944. The map shows locations and dates of incidents perceived as having been provoked by the British at the expense of France

Caricature of Charles Reade, novelist and dramatist
Caricature of Charles Reade (1814-1884), novelist and dramatist. Multum-in-Parvo Champion. An author of few words, but many grievances. 1882

A remonstrance by the Levellers to the House of Commons regarding the imprisonment
XJF206131 A remonstrance by the Levellers to the House of Commons regarding the imprisonment of their leader John Lilburne (c.1614-57) published 1646 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School

Boatman unhappy about influx of tourism to Cornwal
A Real Grievance Visitor: " Hows Business?" Boatman: " Business! Why there ain t no businesssince these ere blessed bicycles come inter fashion

Different approaches to personal slights
" You Engleeshe you do not fight ze duel. Vat d you do ven you air insult?" " Oh, we write to the newspaper." Date: 1895

A Professor of Languages A Language Student returns to his College, but his grasp of the vernacular of his cabby seems less that First Class as he appears to have underpaid his driver

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"Grievance: A Tale of Injustice and Demands" In the Court of Exchequer and the Court of Common Pleas, grievances were voiced, echoing through the corridors of justice. From Clameur de Haro in Guernsey law to the year 1924 when change was sought, these tales unravel a tapestry of discontent. A romantic bridge spanning a brook in morning mist stood as a symbol of hope in Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany. Yet beneath its enchanting facade lay whispers of grievances that needed redress. Centuries ago, a list of complaints and demands addressed to King Louis XVI revealed an oppressed people seeking relief from their burdens. The murder of an actor on stage shook society's foundations, reminding us that even within art's sanctuary, grievance could strike unexpectedly. An assassination attempt at Aniche, France left scars on hearts and minds forever engraved with pain. Cahiers de doleances became vessels for voices unheard; they carried hopes for reform across a nation longing for change. The Honourable Charles Sumner emerged as a champion against injustice in vibrant color lithographs. His unwavering dedication fueled by grievances faced head-on inspired generations to stand up against oppression. "The Great Abuse" etched into history depicted the struggle endured by countless souls fighting against exploitation. It served as a reminder that unity can dismantle even the most entrenched systems built upon grievance. Amidst turmoil and treachery arose "The Protection 'Dodge', " an engraving exposing those who manipulated power for personal gain while disregarding public welfare. Grievances multiplied under such deceitful hands but ignited sparks that would eventually ignite revolutions. And then came "The Triple Alliance, " where united forces confronted adversity together – strength forged through shared grievances transformed into resilience beyond measure. Bound by common struggles, they rewrote destinies once dictated solely by those in power. Grievances have shaped our history, revealing the cracks in societies and inspiring change.