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Cato Street conspiracy, 1820
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Cato Street conspiracy, 1820
Cato Street conspiracy, 1820. Sketch of the premises on Cato Street, Marylebone, London, where Arthur Thistlewood and his associates unsuccessfully plotted to assassinate the British Cabinet
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Media ID 15176888
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Arthur Arthur Thistlewood Cato Street Cato Street Conspiracy Floor Plan Hideout Marylebone Plot Thistlewood City Of Westminster
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This print captures the infamous Cato Street conspiracy of 1820, a dark chapter in British history. The sketch depicts the premises on Cato Street, Marylebone, London, where Arthur Thistlewood and his associates hatched a sinister plot to assassinate the entire British Cabinet. In this 19th-century etching, we are transported back in time to witness the exterior of the building that served as their hideout. The color adds an eerie ambiance to this historical scene. As we explore further into the image, we can almost feel ourselves stepping inside these walls that once harbored such treacherous intentions. The floor plan provides us with insight into how this secret location was organized and utilized by Thistlewood and his co-conspirators. It is within these very rooms that they meticulously planned their attack on those in power. Located in Marylebone's bustling streets, this unassuming house became ground zero for one of Britain's most audacious plots against its government. The city of Westminster serves as a backdrop for this chilling tale of rebellion and betrayal. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this photograph print offers us a glimpse into a pivotal moment in English history—a reminder of how close our country came to experiencing political upheaval at its core. Let it serve as a testament to the resilience of democracy and an enduring warning against those who seek to undermine it.
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