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Barricade - Rue Royale, Nantes - June, 1903

Barricade - Rue Royale, Nantes - June, 1903


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Barricade - Rue Royale, Nantes - June, 1903

The Events of 14th June 1903 - Barricade at the junction of Rue Royale and Rue Ogee, Nantes, France. This was in response to fears of violence between clerical and anti-clerical groups. Date: 1903

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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection

Anti Barricade Barricades Clerical Cordon Dispute Fear Horseback Mounted Nantes Poles Revolutionary Socialism Socialist Threat Trellis Violence 14th Cordoned


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This evocative photograph captures the tense atmosphere of the Rue Royale barricade in Nantes, France, during the events of 14th June 1903. The image portrays a moment of heightened tension between clerical and anti-clerical groups, as fears of religious dispute and potential violence loomed large. Mounted police officers, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, stand guard atop the makeshift barricade, formed by a trellis and poles. The cordoned area around the barricade creates a sense of isolation and confinement, highlighting the separatist nature of the conflict. The horses, with their ears pricked forward, appear alert and ready for action. The backdrop of Rue Royale, with its cobblestone streets and historic buildings, adds a sense of history and tradition to the scene. The photograph serves as a reminder of the revolutionary and socialist sentiments that were prevalent during this period, as well as the ongoing struggle for power and influence between various factions. The events of 14th June 1903 marked a significant moment in the history of Nantes and France, as tensions between religious and secular groups reached a boiling point. This photograph provides a unique glimpse into the past, offering a window into a time when the fear of violence and the threat of revolution were ever-present.

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