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Back of the Red Lion, from the Fleet, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
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Back of the Red Lion, from the Fleet, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Back of the Red Lion, from the Fleet, (c1872). View of the Old Red Lion Tavern in Chick Lane, and the Fleet Ditch, West Smithfield, London. The River Fleet became increasingly unhygienic and was covered over in the 19th century. From Old and New London, Vol. II: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places, by Walter Thornbury. [Cassell, Petter, Galpin & Co. London, Paris & New York]
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Cassell Company Ltd Chick Lane Clerkenwell Dirty Fleet Ditch Fleet River Galpin Co Galpin Company George Walter George Walter Thornbury Islington Old And New London Petter Public House Publisher Sewer Tavern Thornbury Unhygienic West Street Cassell
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This photo print, titled "Back of the Red Lion, from the Fleet" and created by an unknown artist in approximately 1872, offers a glimpse into the historical landscape of West Smithfield, London. The image showcases the Old Red Lion Tavern nestled on Chick Lane, with the meandering Fleet Ditch flowing nearby. In this era, the River Fleet had become increasingly unsanitary and was eventually covered over during the 19th century. The photograph is sourced from Walter Thornbury's remarkable publication "Old and New London" which provides a comprehensive narrative of London's history, people, and places. Published by Cassell, Petter, Galpin & Co. , this volume serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to explore Britain's architectural heritage. Through this monochrome depiction of bustling city life in Clerkenwell and Islington districts - complete with its dirty streets and unhygienic river - we are transported back to a time when England was undergoing significant urban development. This image captures not only an architectural marvel but also reveals aspects of occupation and profession within society at that time. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, it becomes evident that even amidst progress there were challenges to be faced – such as maintaining cleanliness in rapidly expanding cities like London. This photograph stands as a testament to our ability to learn from history while appreciating both its beauty and flaws.
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