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Five people hung on gallows - China?
Hand coloured. Five people who have been blindfolded and hung on a complex gallow structure. It is hard to make out but the people look as though they may be African.. Part of Box 365, Miscellaneous Part 1, Boswell Collection. Date: circa 1900
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Blindfolded Complex Five Gallows Hard Hung Slides
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1. Title: "Five Blindfolded Men Facing Execution on a Complex Gallows Structure in China, circa 1900" This haunting hand-coloured lantern slide depicts a scene of five blindfolded men, standing on a complex gallows structure, presumably in China around the turn of the 20th century. The intricate design of the gallows, with its multiple ropes and beams, adds an unsettling element to the already grim image. The men's ethnicity is difficult to determine, but they bear a resemblance to some African populations, hinting at the global reach of colonialism and its impact on various parts of the world. The historical context of this image is unclear, but it is likely that these men were condemned criminals, facing the ultimate punishment during a time when capital punishment was commonplace in China. The use of blindfolds was a method employed to ensure a more humane execution, as it prevented the condemned from seeing the moment of their demise. This poignant photograph serves as a stark reminder of the darker chapters in human history, when the taking of a life was considered an acceptable means of maintaining law and order. The image, part of the Boswell Collection, Box 365, Miscellaneous Part 1, offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to reflect on the complexities of human history and the evolution of societal norms and values. This image is not to be used for commercial purposes and is available for research or educational use only through Mary Evans Picture Library.
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