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Southwark / White Hart Inn
The headquarters of Jack Cade when he attacked London in 1450, mentioned in Shakespeares Henry VI, and where Pickwick met Sam Weller in Dickens Pickwick Papers
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1450 1884 Attacked Coaching Hart Head Quarters Jack Mentioned Pickwick Pubs Southwark Tavern Weller Cade Galleried
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This evocative image transport us back in time to the historic Southwark area of London, specifically to the White Hart Inn, a tavern steeped in rich history and literary significance. The White Hart Inn holds a unique place in English history as the headquarters of Jack Cade's rebellion against King Henry VI in 1450, an event famously depicted in Shakespeare's play, "Henry VI, Part 2." Cade's uprising, fueled by discontent and lawlessness, saw the White Hart Inn as a gathering place for the rebels. Fast forward to the 19th century, and the White Hart Inn continues to captivate the imagination, this time as the setting for a memorable encounter between Sam Weller and Mr. Pickwick in Charles Dickens' "The Pickwick Papers." In this beloved novel, the White Hart Inn serves as a coaching inn, where travelers could find food, drink, and a place to rest. The image shows a horse-drawn carriage outside the galleried inn, suggesting that it was still a popular stop for weary travelers. The White Hart Inn, with its timeless charm and historical significance, has stood the test of time. It has been a watering hole for rebels, a coaching inn, and a backdrop for literary greats. Today, it remains an essential part of London's history, a testament to the city's vibrant past and enduring allure. As we gaze at this photograph, we can almost hear the clatter of hooves, the sound of laughter, and the lively chatter of patrons, transported back to a time when the White Hart Inn was not just a pub, but a place where history was made.
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