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Fenian bombing BL05153
THE RISING SUN, Great Scotland Yard, London W1. Bomb damage to Rising Sun pub, showing its windows blown out and staff standing beside a damaged carriage lying in a pile of rubble. The bomb was planted during a bombing campaign carried out between 1883-1885 by the Fenians, 19th century Irish Nationalists. Photographed on 31st May 1884, the day after the bombing, by Bedford Lemere and Co
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Media ID 7613993
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Destruction Public House Victorian
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Fenian Bombing BL05153 Poster Print from Media Storehouse's historic collection. This captivating image, sourced from the Historic England Archive, transports us back in time to Great Scotland Yard, London W1, during a pivotal moment in history. Witness the aftermath of a Fenian bombing, as the iconic Rising Sun pub stands defiantly amidst the destruction, with its windows blown out and a damaged carriage lying in a pile of rubble. The determination and resilience of the staff, who continue to attend to their duties despite the chaos around them, adds a poignant layer to this powerful image. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this authentic and intriguing Fenian Bombing BL05153 Poster Print.
A1 Poster (84.1 x 59.4cm, 33.1" x 23.4" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 84.1cm x 59.4cm (33.1" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, taken by Bedford Lemere and Co. on May 31, 1884, captures the aftermath of a devastating bombing attack on The Rising Sun pub in Great Scotland Yard, London. The Fenians, a 19th century Irish Nationalist group, were responsible for the bombing campaign that targeted British institutions between 1883 and 1885. The image reveals the extensive damage caused by the explosion. The pub's windows are blown out, leaving the interior exposed to the elements. A damaged carriage lies in a pile of rubble, adding to the chaos and destruction. The staff, dressed in Victorian attire, are seen standing nearby, surveying the damage and assessing the situation. The Rising Sun, a popular public house, was a well-known establishment in the area, and its destruction would have had a profound impact on the local community. The bombing campaign was a pivotal moment in Irish and British history, as tensions between the two nations reached a boiling point. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the past, and the ongoing struggle for Irish independence. The photograph is part of the extensive collection held by Historic England Archive, which documents the rich history of England's built environment. It provides a unique insight into the past, allowing us to reflect on the events that shaped our history and the world we live in today.
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