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William Hogarth's engraving Gin Lane, as reproduced by Samuel Davenport for his 1807 collection of Hogarth's works. A response to the Gin Craze that hit London in the 18th century, and was blamed for public drunkenness and numerous social problems.

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This is the English translation of the Picture of the day description page from 4 May 2008.

William Hogarth's engraving Gin Lane, as reproduced by Samuel Davenport for his 1807 collection of Hogarth's works. A response to the Gin Craze that hit London in the 18th century, and was blamed for public drunkenness and numerous social problems.

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