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Speakers Corner, Hyde Park, London, 1892
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Speakers Corner, Hyde Park, London, 1892
Illustration showing a socialist speaker (on left) holding forth in Hyde Park on a Sunday afternoon, London, 1892. The original caption for this image read: Socialism in London: A Sketch in Hyde Park on Sunday Afternoon. Its no good arguing with you; you re too pachydermatous to see anything. Date: 11 June 1892
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1892 Afternoon Arguing Caption Corner Forth Good Hyde Read Socialism Socialist Speaker Speakers Sunday
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Speakers' Corner in Hyde Park, London, 1892: A Historical Moment of Free Speech and Debate This evocative illustration captures the spirit of Speakers' Corner in Hyde Park on a Sunday afternoon in 1892. The socialist speaker, dressed in a simple working-class outfit, passionately addresses an engaged audience, while a heckler, depicted as a pachydermatous figure, listens unimpressed. The original caption, "Socialism in London: A Sketch in Hyde Park on Sunday Afternoon. Its no good arguing with you; you're too pachydermatous to see anything," adds to the lively scene. Speakers' Corner, located in the heart of London's Hyde Park, has a rich history as a platform for free speech and debate. Established in 1872, it has been a popular destination for political activists, religious preachers, and anyone seeking to express their opinions to the public. The scene depicted in this illustration reflects the vibrant and often contentious atmosphere that characterized Speakers' Corner during this period. The socialist speaker's fervor and determination to spread his message, despite the heckler's dismissive attitude, symbolizes the passion and commitment of the socialist movement in late-Victorian England. The illustration offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the importance of free speech and the power of public discourse in shaping the political and social landscape of a city and a nation.
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