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Pates Assault on the Queen, 1850, (c1888). Artist: William Barnes Wollen
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Pates Assault on the Queen, 1850, (c1888). Artist: William Barnes Wollen
Pates Assault on the Queen, 1850, (c1888). Queen Victoria was assaulted by an ex-Army officer, Robert Pate, who struck her with his gun, injuring her slightly. Pate failed to prove his insanity, and was sentenced to seven years of penal transportation. Illustration from The Life and Times of Queen Victoria Vol II, by Robert Wilson, (c1888)
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This photo print, titled "Pates Assault on the Queen, 1850" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The image depicts an intense scene where Queen Victoria herself was targeted by Robert Pate, a former Army officer turned criminal. In this chilling illustration from "The Life and Times of Queen Victoria Vol II" created by William Barnes Wollen in collaboration with Robert Wilson, we witness the dramatic event unfold. As the carriage carrying Her Majesty travels along the road, Pate emerges as a sinister figure ready to strike. With his gun raised high, he aims at the unsuspecting monarch who sits inside. This shocking act of violence left Queen Victoria slightly injured but unbroken in spirit. The monochrome tones add depth and intensity to this nineteenth-century engraving. The attention to detail is remarkable; every line etched into the paper brings forth emotions of fear and defiance. It serves as a reminder that even those in positions of power are not immune to danger. Through this powerful artwork, we glimpse into an era when crime threatened even royalty. It symbolizes both the vulnerability and resilience of women like Queen Victoria during times of unrest and upheaval. William Barnes Wollen's skillful rendering captures not only historical accuracy but also evokes curiosity about one man's attempt to disrupt an entire nation through his brazen assault on its sovereign ruler.
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