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Supporters Rampant: Prime Minister Asquith is embarrassed by the fiery speeches of LLoyd George and Winston Churchill, 1909 (litho)
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Supporters Rampant: Prime Minister Asquith is embarrassed by the fiery speeches of LLoyd George and Winston Churchill, 1909 (litho)
KDC400235 Supporters Rampant: Prime Minister Asquith is embarrassed by the fiery speeches of LLoyd George and Winston Churchill, 1909 (litho) by Partridge, Bernard John (1861-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herbert Henry Asquith (1852-1928) Prime Minister of the Liberal Government 1908-1916; David Lloyd George (1863-1945), Chancellor of the Exchequer, 1908-1915; Winston Churchill (1874-1965) as President of the Board of Trade, 1908-1910, supported Lloyd George with the Liberal reforms; in 1908 introduced the Trade Boards Bill setting up the first minimum wage in Britain and in 1909 set up Labour Exchanges to help umemployed find work; cartoon from Punch magazine, December 29, 1909; )
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This lithograph, titled "Supporters Rampant: Prime Minister Asquith is embarrassed by the fiery speeches of Lloyd George and Winston Churchill" captures a significant moment in British political history. Created by Bernard John Partridge in 1909, it showcases the intense atmosphere surrounding the Liberal Government during this period. The image portrays Prime Minister Herbert Henry Asquith visibly flustered as he listens to impassioned speeches from two influential figures within his own party. David Lloyd George, Chancellor of the Exchequer at the time, and Winston Churchill, then President of the Board of Trade, are depicted delivering their powerful addresses with fervor and conviction. This artwork serves as a commentary on the internal dynamics within the Liberal Party during this era. It highlights how these charismatic politicians challenged Asquith's leadership and pushed for progressive reforms such as minimum wage legislation and labor exchanges to combat unemployment. Partridge's cartoonistic style adds an element of humor to this politically charged scene. The exaggerated facial expressions and body language emphasize Asquith's embarrassment while also capturing the energy emanating from Lloyd George and Churchill. Overall, this lithograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in British politics when reformist ideas clashed with traditional liberalism. It stands as a testament to both the passion of these prominent politicians and their impact on shaping social policies that would shape Britain for years to come.
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