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Photographic Print : Poll Tax demonstrators in the roadway, Central London
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Poll Tax demonstrators in the roadway, Central London
Poll Tax demonstrators in the roadway in Central London. One man stands in fighting pose, with his fists clenched. Another man holds a placard with the words: Bog Off Thatcher. Metropolitan Police officers can be seen in a group on the right, and in the background, struggling to control the crowd. Date: 31 March 1990
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1990 1990s Charge Clenched Community Conflict Control Debris Demo Demonstration Demonstrators Downfall Fists Litter Metropolitan Nineties Placard Policeman Policemen Poll Pose Riot Rioting Roadway Souvenir Souvenirs Struggling Thatcher Unrest
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Experience history with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This powerful image captures the spirit of the Poll Tax protests in Central London, 1990. Witness the determination of the demonstrators as they take a stand against the controversial policy. Featuring iconic moments like a man in a fighting pose and another holding a "Bog Off Thatcher" placard, this print is a must-have for history buffs and social activists alike. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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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This powerful image captures the intensity and passion of the Poll Tax demonstrators in Central London on 31 March 1990. The man in the foreground stands defiantly with clenched fists, embodying the determination and anger of the crowd. His placard, bearing the simple yet provocative message "Bog Off Thatcher," reflects the widespread discontent towards then-Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and her unpopular Community Charge policy. The chaotic scene unfolds around him, with Metropolitan Police officers attempting to maintain order on the right. Their uniformed presence contrasts sharply with the disarray of the demonstration, as debris and litter litter the roadway. In the background, the struggle for control between the police and the crowd intensifies. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the social unrest and political conflict that characterized the late 1980s and early 1990s in the United Kingdom. The Poll Tax protests, which saw large-scale demonstrations and rioting, marked a significant turning point in Thatcher's tenure and ultimately contributed to her downfall. The image stands as a testament to the power of collective action and the enduring impact of historical events.
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