Mutiny at Dartmoor Prison, 1932
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Mutiny at Dartmoor Prison, 1932
Dartmoor Prison on the day of the convicts mutiny on 24th January 1932, with the office block of buildings ablaze after it had been fired by the rioters.
24th January 1932
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This striking image captures the chaos and destruction that unfolded at Dartmoor Prison on 24th January 1932, during one of the most notorious convict mutinies in British history. In this bird's-eye view, the office block of buildings at the prison complex is seen ablaze after being set alight by the rioters. The mutiny began when prisoners, dissatisfied with their living conditions and treatment, took matters into their own hands, setting fires and seizing control of the prison. The date, 24th January 1932, marks a pivotal moment in the history of the British prison system. The mutiny, which lasted for several days, resulted in the deaths of 11 prisoners and 2 guards. The incident led to a thorough investigation and subsequent reforms in the prison system, with a focus on improving conditions and addressing the root causes of unrest. The image, published by Illustrated London News Ltd and sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, provides a chilling reminder of the events that transpired that fateful day. The smoke billowing from the buildings and the desolate, barren landscape surrounding the prison add to the sense of isolation and desperation that must have prevailed during the riot. The flames, which illuminate the night sky, serve as a stark reminder of the destructive power that can be unleashed when tensions boil over.
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