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A feudal court. The court of Swainmote and attachment met at New Forest Hall
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A feudal court. The court of Swainmote and attachment met at New Forest Hall
A feudal court.
The court of Swainmote and attachment met at New Forest Hall, Lyndhurst, to hear cases of offences against New Forest law.
Lord Montagu of Beaulieu ( left ) and Major Mills, who were elected Verderers, with the crier.
11 January 1926
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the feudal court of Swainmote and attachment, held at New Forest Hall in Lyndhurst. The court served as a platform for hearing cases related to offences against New Forest law, offering justice and maintaining order in the region. In this historic snapshot captured on 11th January 1926, we witness Lord Montagu of Beaulieu standing proudly on the left alongside Major Mills, both elected Verderers responsible for overseeing forest matters. The image exudes an air of authority and tradition as these esteemed figures are accompanied by the crier, whose role was crucial in announcing proceedings with his powerful voice. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to this glimpse into early twentieth-century Europeana photography. As we admire this remarkable piece from TopFoto. co. uk, it is important to acknowledge its significance beyond commercial use. It serves as a window into a time when feudal courts played an essential role in upholding laws specific to the New Forest area. This photograph transports us back between the wars, allowing us to reflect on how society has evolved since then while appreciating our rich historical heritage.
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