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The Liberals, led by Asquith and LLoyd George, attack the House of Lords, 1910 (litho)
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The Liberals, led by Asquith and LLoyd George, attack the House of Lords, 1910 (litho)
KDC400207 The Liberals, led by Asquith and LLoyd George, attack the House of Lords, 1910 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herbert Henry Asquith (1852-1928) Prime Minister 1908-16; David Lloyd George (1863-1945), Chancellor of the Exchequer in the Liberal Government 1908-1915; other politicians portrayed include Winston Churchill (1874-1965), President of the Board of Trade, 1908-1910; Richard Haldane (1856-1928), Secretary of State for War, 1905-1912; Augustine Birrell (1850-1933), Chief Secretary for Ireland, 1907-16; John Elliot Burns (1858-1943), President of the Local Government Board, 1905-1914; cartoon from Punch magazine, March 30, 1910; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22669664
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Cannon Change Constitution Crisis House Of Lords Liberals Reform Reforms Siege Peoples Budget
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This lithograph captures a pivotal moment in British history - the attack on the House of Lords by the Liberals, led by Herbert Henry Asquith and David Lloyd George, in 1910. The image showcases a group of influential politicians including Winston Churchill, Richard Haldane, Augustine Birrell, and John Elliot Burns. The artwork is rich with symbolism as it depicts the liberals besieging the imposing fortress-like structure of the House of Lords. This visual metaphor represents their relentless pursuit for constitutional reform and change. The cannon prominently featured in the foreground symbolizes their weapon of choice - "The People's Budget" - which aimed to redistribute wealth and introduce social reforms. Created by an anonymous English artist from Punch magazine, this cartoon-style illustration offers a satirical take on one of Britain's most significant political crises. It reflects public sentiment at that time towards an outdated second chamber that hindered progress and obstructed democratic decision-making. This print serves as a historical artifact showcasing not only key figures but also highlighting important issues such as housing accommodation and social inequality prevalent during this era. Preserved within private collections today, it reminds us of how political struggles shape nations' destinies while emphasizing the power art holds in capturing these moments forever.
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