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Convicts For Transportation
Convicts at the River Thames near Blackfriars Bridge in London, en route to the prison ships at Woolwich for transportation, circa 1750. Engraving by Pollard after Dodd, from the Malefactors Register. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11793596
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This print takes us back to the grim reality of convict transportation in 18th-century London. The image captures a group of men and boys, shackled and guarded, as they make their way along the River Thames near Blackfriars Bridge. It is a haunting glimpse into an era where punishment was harsh and justice seemed unforgiving. Engraved by Pollard after Dodd, this engraving from the Malefactors Register showcases the desperation etched on the faces of these prisoners. With medium-sized sailboats dotting the river behind them, it becomes apparent that their journey is far from ordinary. These individuals are en route to prison ships at Woolwich for transportation – a fate that would see them sent away from their homeland, possibly never to return. The composition highlights both the physical constraints imposed upon these convicts and the vastness of nature surrounding them. As they pass under Blackfriars Bridge, its imposing structure serves as a reminder of society's power over those who have transgressed its laws. This historical artifact offers us an opportunity to reflect on our past and consider how far we have come in terms of criminal justice reform. It reminds us that punishment should not be devoid of humanity or compassion but rather seek rehabilitation and redemption. As we gaze upon this poignant scene frozen in time, let it serve as a reminder that every person has a story worth understanding – even those deemed outcasts by society's standards.
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