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West End riots, 1886 - A friend of the working man
Unemployed men debating the issues of the moment, sketched at the demonstration at Trafalgar Square, London, at the time of the West End riots in 1886. At an open air meeting of unemployed East End dock workers and artisans in Trafalgar Square, the people were stirred to violence following incendiary speeches, and rioted, causing havoc in the fashionable streets of the West End. Date: 1886
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1886 Artisans Audience Debate Debating Demonstration Discuss Discussion Dock Jun16 Riots Separate Trafalgar Unemployed
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This evocative image captures a pivotal moment during the West End Riots of 1886, as a group of unemployed East End dock workers and artisans engage in a heated debate at an open-air meeting in Trafalgar Square, London. The scene unfolds against the backdrop of the iconic National Gallery, a stark contrast to the turmoil and unrest taking place below. The unemployed men, dressed in their working-class attire, are deeply engrossed in a passionate discussion, their faces etched with concern and determination. The air is thick with tension, as the people were stirred to violence following incendiary speeches. The once peaceful gathering had turned chaotic, with the rioters causing havoc in the fashionable streets of the West End. The West End Riots, also known as the Junction Wood Riots, were a series of violent clashes between unemployed workers and the police. The unrest began when a group of unemployed men marched on the West End to demand work and relief from the economic hardships they were facing. The situation escalated when the police attempted to disperse the crowd, leading to widespread violence and destruction. This poignant photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the social and economic struggles faced by the working class during the late 19th century. It also highlights the importance of open dialogue and peaceful resolution in times of unrest and uncertainty.
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