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The Custom House, the Press Gang and the Tower of London
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The Custom House, the Press Gang and the Tower of London
The Custom House, the Press Gang and the Tower of London. The New Custom House opened in 1817 on Lower Thames Street 10, Press Gang men armed with swords and cudgels pressing a civilian to join the Navy near the Tower of London 11 and the White Tower in the Tower of London 12. Woodcut engraving after an illustration by Isaac Taylor from City Scenes, or a Peep into London, by Ann Taylor and Jane Taylor, published by Harvey and Darton, Gracechurch Street, London, 1828. English sisters Ann and Jane Taylor were prolific Romantic poets and writers of childrens books in the early 19th century
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This woodcut engraving, titled 'The Custom House, the Press Gang, and the Tower of London,' offers a vivid glimpse into the bustling streets of 19th-century London. The image, created by Isaac Taylor based on an illustration from Ann and Jane Taylor's 'City Scenes, or a Peep into London,' published in 1828, showcases several iconic landmarks and intriguing aspects of London life. At the heart of the scene lies the New Custom House, located on Lower Thames Street, with its grand facade and imposing columns. Nearby, a group of Press Gang men, armed with swords and cudgels, are seen forcibly recruiting a civilian for the Navy. The Tower of London, an ancient fortress steeped in history, stands proudly in the background, with the White Tower and its distinctive curved walls and crenellations prominent in the scene. The Tower of London, home to an armory, horse armor, and wild beasts, was a popular tourist attraction in the early 19th century. Beefeaters, or the Yeomen Warders, can be seen mounted on horseback, guarding the fortress and adding to the scene's lively atmosphere. The image also hints at the city's rich history, with references to the Spanish Armada and the suits of armor displayed in the Tower. This engraving provides a fascinating window into the educational, travel, geography, history, and trades that shaped the heart of England's capital city during the Romantic era. The sisters Ann and Jane Taylor, prolific Romantic poets and writers of children's books, captured the essence of London life in their work, making it an invaluable resource for understanding the city's past.
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