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The Peasants Revolt of 1381, 1804 (1906). Artist: John Harris the Elder
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The Peasants Revolt of 1381, 1804 (1906). Artist: John Harris the Elder
The Peasants Revolt of 1381, 1804 (1906). King Richard II and his council go down the Thames in a barge to confer with the rebels. In the summer of 1381 a revolt began after the introduction of a poll tax in England, with. particularly strong rebellions in Kent and Essex. The rebels marched on London and by 12 June were camped at Mile End and Blackheath. The camp grew dramatically as Londons poor joined the protest. The mob began executing ministers, killed the Archbishop of Canterbury and raided the palaces of unpopular bishops and lords. Richard II met the peasants at Smithfield where the Mayor of London killed the peasants leader, Wat Tyler. One of a group of aquatints illustrating scenes from British history from an illuminated manuscript copy of Froissarts Chronicles held at the British Library, London. From Medieval London, Vol. 1 - Historical & Social, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1906]
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Barge Besant Council Froissart His Majesty Jean Jean Froissart King Of England King Richard Ii Peasant Peasants Rebel Revolt Richard Ii Sir Walter Sir Walter Besant Thames The Elder Travelling Tyler Uprising Walter Walter Besant Wat Tyler Fourteenth Century Harris
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Caption: "The Peasants Revolt of 1381, captured in this striking print by John Harris the Elder, depicts a pivotal moment during one of England's most significant uprisings. King Richard II and his council navigate the Thames on a barge to engage in negotiations with the rebels. In response to the introduction of a poll tax, discontented peasants from Kent and Essex launched a revolt that quickly spread across London. By June 12th, they had established their camp at Mile End and Blackheath, attracting an ever-growing number of impoverished Londoners who joined their cause. The rebellion escalated as mobs executed ministers, assassinated the Archbishop of Canterbury, and looted palaces belonging to unpopular bishops and lords. Seeking resolution amidst chaos, Richard II confronted the peasants at Smithfield where Wat Tyler, their leader was killed by the Mayor of London. This aquatint is part of a series illustrating scenes from British history found within an illuminated manuscript copy of Froissart's Chronicles housed at the British Library. Published in Sir Walter Besant's 'Medieval London' (1906), it offers us a glimpse into this tumultuous period when social unrest shook medieval society. As we reflect upon this historic event through John Harris' artistry, we are reminded not only of its significance but also how images can transport us back in time to witness crucial moments that shaped our collective past. "
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