Lady Paela Fitzgerald
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Lady Paela Fitzgerald
Lady PAMELA FITZGERALD widow of the Irish patriot Lord Edward Fitzgerald, with her weeping children, after learning that he has died in Newgate prison. Date: 1776 - 1831
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1776 1831 Died Fitzgerald Learning Newgate Pamela Patriot Prison Weeping Widow
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This poignant image captures Lady Pamela Fitzgerald, the grief-stricken widow of Irish patriot Lord Edward Fitzgerald, as she learns of her husband's untimely death in Newgate Prison in 1831. Born into the influential Fitzgerald family, Lady Pamela married Lord Edward in 1776, a man who became a central figure in the Irish Rebellion of 1798. Their marriage was marked by political turmoil and upheaval, with Lord Edward's involvement in the rebellion leading to his arrest and eventual execution. In this moving scene, Lady Pamela is depicted with her weeping children, her face contorted in sorrow as she receives the news of her husband's demise. The children, clinging to her in despair, mirror their mother's emotions as they grapple with the loss of their father. The somber atmosphere of the room, with its dimly lit fireplace and bare walls, underscores the sense of loss and despair that envelops the family. Lord Edward Fitzgerald was a complex figure, admired by many for his courage and dedication to the Irish cause, but also reviled by some for his role in the violence and chaos of the rebellion. His death marked the end of an era in Irish history, and this image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of political upheaval and conflict. The exact date and origin of this photograph are unknown, but it is believed to have been taken some time after Lord Edward's execution in 1804. Despite the passage of time, the image remains a powerful and moving testament to the enduring impact of loss and grief.
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