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NEWGATE PRISON, 1873. Visitors watch as a condemned prisoner is pinned into a straight jacket
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NEWGATE PRISON, 1873. Visitors watch as a condemned prisoner is pinned into a straight jacket
NEWGATE PRISON, 1873.
Visitors watch as a condemned prisoner is pinned into a straight jacket, at Newgate Prison in London. Wood engraving, English, 1873
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1873 Condemned Criminal Guard Jacket London Officer Prison Prisoner Straight Victorian Visitor Newgate Straitjacket
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In this haunting photograph from 1873, we are transported back in time to the grim walls of Newgate Prison in London. The image captures a chilling scene as visitors gather to witness a condemned prisoner being restrained in a straight jacket. The atmosphere is heavy with anticipation and fear, as men, women, and even a young girl observe the distressing spectacle. The wood engraving showcases the stark reality of life within the prison's confines during the late Victorian era. We can almost feel the tension emanating from the prisoners' desperate eyes and hear their muffled cries for mercy. The prison guard stands stoically by, his presence serving as a reminder of authority and control amidst chaos. This powerful image serves as a testament to society's fascination with crime and punishment during that period. It also highlights the harsh conditions faced by those incarcerated within Newgate Prison's unforgiving walls. Granger Art on Demand has expertly preserved this historical moment through their meticulous reproduction of this wood engraving. As we gaze upon it today, we are reminded of our collective responsibility to ensure justice is served fairly while striving for more humane methods of rehabilitation within our criminal justice system.
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