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The dynamite outrages at Scotland Yard and St Jamess Square (engraving)
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The dynamite outrages at Scotland Yard and St Jamess Square (engraving)
608693 The dynamite outrages at Scotland Yard and St Jamess Square (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The dynamite outrages at Scotland Yard and St Jamess Square, London; The Rising Sun and corner of detective office; Army and Navy Club; Sir W W Wynns house; Admiralty Stables; Corner of detective office; dated 1884); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22938528
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Corner Damage Detective Dynamite Explosion Firemen Navy Club Office Outrages Rising Sun Scotland Yard St Jamess Square
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This engraving, titled "The Dynamite Outrages at Scotland Yard and St James's Square" takes us back to the tumultuous events of 1884 in London. The image showcases the aftermath of a devastating explosion that shook these iconic locations to their core. In this detailed print, we witness the destruction caused by dynamite as it ravaged through Scotland Yard, St James's Square, and surrounding buildings. The Rising Sun pub stands defiantly amidst the chaos, its corner serving as a backdrop for the detective office. Nearby, we can see Sir W. W. Wynn's house and Admiralty Stables engulfed in flames. Firemen valiantly battle against billowing smoke and raging fires while troops from the armed forces gather to assess the damage. This scene captures not only physical ruins but also reflects on how such acts of violence can shake even institutions like Scotland Yard. The architecture itself becomes a silent witness to this historic event - shattered windows, crumbling facades, and debris scattered across once bustling streets tell stories of resilience amid tragedy. This engraving is a poignant reminder of an era marked by unrest and radicalism. It serves as both a testament to human strength in times of adversity and a cautionary tale about the destructive power that lies within our hands.
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