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Hunger Strike 1920
Terence MacSwiney, Mayor of Cork, goes on hunger strike and dies
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Media ID 621432
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Cork Dies Hunger Martyr Mayor Strike Terence
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures the final moments of Terence MacSwiney, the charismatic and defiant Mayor of Cork during the tumultuous year of 1920 in Ireland. MacSwiney, a Sinn Féin leader, was arrested by British authorities on August 12th for his role in the Irish War of Independence. In protest of his imprisonment and to bring attention to the plight of Irish political prisoners, MacSwiney initiated a hunger strike on September 20th. The photograph shows MacSwiney lying weakly on his bed, his face gaunt and emaciated, with a crucifix clutched in his hand. His determination and unwavering commitment to Irish independence were evident even in his final days. MacSwiney's hunger strike lasted 74 days, and on October 25th, he succumbed to his weakened state and passed away. MacSwiney's death was a significant turning point in the Irish War of Independence, and he was posthumously hailed as a martyr and a symbol of Irish resistance. His funeral procession through the streets of Cork was an extraordinary display of Irish nationalism, with an estimated 100,000 people attending. MacSwiney's legacy continues to inspire generations of Irish people, and his story serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the struggle for Irish independence. This photograph is a poignant and powerful reminder of the events of 1920 in Ireland and the courage and determination of Terence MacSwiney. It is a testament to the enduring spirit of the Irish people and their unwavering commitment to their nation's freedom.
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