Burying victims of the Plague of London (1665) at night in multiple graves. Two of

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Burying victims of the Plague of London (1665) at night in multiple graves. Two of

Burying victims of the Plague of London (1665) at night in multiple graves. Two of men are smoking pipes, partly to combat stench of corpses, partly in the hope that Tobacco smoke would prevent them becoming infected. Copperplate engraving

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1665 Bubonic Burial Combat Copperplate Death Disease Epidemic Graves Hope Medicine Multiple Night Partly Pipes Plague Practices Prevent Smoke Smoking Tobacco Victims Burying Corpses Infected Stench

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In this haunting print from the Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported back to the devastating Plague of London in 1665. The image captures a grim scene as victims of the epidemic are being buried at night in multiple graves. Two men can be seen smoking pipes, their faces partially obscured by tobacco smoke. Their actions serve a dual purpose - combating the unbearable stench emanating from the countless corpses and hoping that the tobacco smoke will protect them from becoming infected. This copperplate engraving sheds light on the desperate measures taken during this dark period in British history. As England grappled with one of its deadliest epidemics, burying practices became crucial for containing further spread of disease. The bubonic plague had claimed countless lives, leaving communities devastated and fearful. The image serves as a reminder of both human resilience and desperation in times of crisis. These men, engulfed by death's presence, turn to their pipes not only to mask the putrid odor but also to cling onto hope amidst despair. It is a testament to mankind's ingenuity and resourcefulness even when faced with unimaginable adversity. Through this powerful visual representation, we gain insight into an era where medicine was limited, fear was rampant, and survival was uncertain. This print stands as a poignant reminder of our shared history and serves as a somber tribute to those who lost their lives during this harrowing chapter in London's past.

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