Title
Walter 'Wat' Tyler
Caption
London Cigarette Card Company card 1924 depicting: Walter 'Wat' Tyler (died 15 June 1381) was a leader of the 1381 Peasants' Revolt in England. He marched a group of rebels from Canterbury to the capital to oppose the institution of a poll tax and demand economic and social reforms. While the brief rebellion enjoyed early success, Tyler was killed by officers loyal to King Richard II during negotiations at Smithfield, London.
Date
1924
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP23A13_280
License type
Rights managed
Available size
60,0Mb (2,5Mb) / 11,1in x 21,0in / 3328 x 6301 (300dpi)