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Edward Earl Halifax
EDWARD IRWIN, first earl of HALIFAX, photographed while he was still Lord Edward Irwin, viceroy of India. Date: 1881 - 1959
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Media ID 14092912
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1881 1959 Halifax Irwin Photographed Viceroy
Medium 18" Cushion (46x46cm)
18"x18" (46x46cm) Fibre filled cushion with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone coloured faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft cushions
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures Lord Edward Irwin, later to become the 1st Earl of Halifax, during his tenure as Viceroy of India from 1925 to 1931. The image, taken between the years 1881 and 1959, reveals a man of distinguished character and refined elegance, dressed in the formal attire of a British colonial administrator. Lord Halifax, born in 1881 as Edward Wood, was a prominent figure in British politics and diplomacy. He served as British Ambassador to the United States during World War II and was a key architect of the Atlantic Charter with President Franklin D. Roosevelt. However, his most notable achievement came during his time in India, where he played a crucial role in quelling the non-cooperation movement led by Mahatma Gandhi. During his viceroyalty, Lord Halifax focused on improving the infrastructure of India, implementing policies to increase agricultural productivity and promote economic development. He also worked to improve the relationship between the British and Indian peoples, recognizing the need for greater Indian representation in government and advocating for Indian self-rule. This photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a man who shaped the course of British colonial history in India and left an indelible mark on the global stage. Lord Edward Irwin's legacy continues to be felt in the complex and evolving relationship between India and the United Kingdom, and his leadership serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of diplomacy and statesmanship in shaping the world.
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