Mary Brown, words and music
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Mary Brown, words and music
Here we all stand around the ring, And now we shut poor Mary in. Rise up, rise up, poor Mary Brown, And see your poor mother go through the town
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1886 Cell Lyrics Poor Prison Prisoners Ring Rise S Hut Song Songs Stand Words Games
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This evocative photograph captures the sorrowful scene of Mary Brown, a young Irish immigrant, being led away to be imprisoned in a Victorian-era game shute in 1886. The image is taken from the town's main street, with soldiers and onlookers forming a crowd around the makeshift prison. The lyrics to the haunting traditional English folk song, "Here we all stand around the ring," can be heard echoing in the background. The game shute, a type of prison used during the 1800s, was a small, enclosed space where prisoners were confined for short periods of time, often for minor offenses. Mary, a poor and vulnerable young woman, is seen here being shut in, with her mother looking on in despair. The image is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of life in the 1880s, where poverty and social inequality led to the incarceration of many individuals, particularly women and children. The song "Here we all stand around the ring," adds to the somber atmosphere of the photograph. The lyrics speak of the community coming together to witness the punishment of a fellow townsperson, highlighting the societal norms of the time. The repetition of the phrase "rise up, rise up, poor Mary Brown," serves as a call to action, urging the onlookers to show compassion and empathy towards the plight of the imprisoned woman. This powerful photograph is a testament to the historical significance of the game shute system and the impact it had on individuals and communities during the Victorian era. It serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding and acknowledging the past, and the role that music and art can play in preserving and sharing historical narratives.
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