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Mr Chamberlains frankest critic: the Right Hon John Burns at Derby (litho)
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Mr Chamberlains frankest critic: the Right Hon John Burns at Derby (litho)
3637818 Mr Chamberlains frankest critic: the Right Hon John Burns at Derby (litho) by Koekkoek, Hermanus Willem (1867-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Chamberlains frankest critic: the Right Hon John Burns at Derby. John Burns, President of the Local Government Board and an opponent of the protectionist Imperial Preference policy of Joseph Chamberlain, addressing a meeting attended by Sir Thomas Roe, Richard Bell and Herbert Raphael, Liberal parliamentary candidates for Derby and South Derbyshire during the 1906 General Election campaign. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 13 January 1906.); © Look and Learn
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Campaigning Derby Derbyshire Free Trade General Election Imperial Preference John Burns Liberal Listening News Speaking Speech Tariff Reform
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The print titled "Mr Chamberlains frankest critic: the Right Hon John Burns at Derby" captures a significant moment in British political history. Taken during the 1906 General Election campaign, it showcases John Burns, President of the Local Government Board and a vocal opponent of Joseph Chamberlain's protectionist Imperial Preference policy. In this lithograph by Hermanus Willem Koekkoek, we see Burns addressing a meeting attended by prominent figures such as Sir Thomas Roe, Richard Bell, and Herbert Raphael – all Liberal parliamentary candidates for Derby and South Derbyshire. The image conveys the intensity of political discourse as Burns passionately expresses his views on tariff reform and free trade. This photograph is an illustration for The Illustrated London News published on January 13th, 1906. It provides us with a glimpse into the vibrant political landscape of Edwardian England. As one of Mr. Chamberlain's frankest critics, John Burns played a crucial role in shaping public opinion during this pivotal election period. The black-and-white lithograph evokes a sense of historical significance while also highlighting the power dynamics between politicians campaigning for their respective ideologies. This image serves as a reminder of how politics has always been central to British culture and identity throughout history. Overall, this print offers viewers an intriguing insight into early 20th-century British politics through its depiction of influential figures engaging in passionate debate amidst an important electoral campaign.
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