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Our shirts are printed with macabre images curated from 16th-19th century British literature of religious torture and death depicted in a fascinating, yet gruesome, glimpse into history. The illustrations showcase medieval methods of punishment and execution for crimes of heresy and witchcraft, pulled from old manuscripts, woodcuts, and engravings of the time period. Though disturbing to modern sensibilities, these shirts offer a window into the religious zealotry and persecution that gripped Europe centuries ago.

While the cruelty is alarming, the intricate and exaggerated details in each engraving reflect the fear-mongering attitudes of the era. The boldness of the prints stand out starkly on the shirts, almost glorifying the gory acts. For some, wearing these shirts is a way to celebrate morbid curiosities. For others, it memorializes a disturbing chapter in British history. The vintage illustrations remind us how far society has advanced in principles of justice and human rights since those brutal medieval times. While shocking, the shirts provide an important glimpse into the religious mania and violence that consumed medieval Britain.