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A gentleman drawing the first pension
A typical scene on January 1st 1909 showing a man drawing his first pension at the post office. The Old Age Pension Act, introduced by David Lloyd George, allowed weekly payments to be made to all those who had qualified for the benefit
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Allowed Benefit Gentleman Introduced Lloyd Off Ice Payments Pension Qualified Typical Weekly January Made
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "A Gentleman Drawing the First Pension" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the historical significance of January 1, 1909, as the Old Age Pension Act was introduced by David Lloyd George. Witness the moment of transformation as an elderly gentleman draws his first pension at the post office, marking a new era of social welfare. Embrace the rich tapestry of history with this beautifully framed print, perfect for adding character and depth to any room in your home or office.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.7cm x 24.4cm (7.4" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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"This evocative image captures the historic moment of a gentleman drawing his first old age pension on January 1, 1909, at the local post office. The Old Age Pension Act, introduced by David Lloyd George, was a groundbreaking social welfare legislation that allowed weekly payments to be made to all those who had qualified for the benefit. Prior to this act, the elderly poor had to rely on charitable organizations or their families for support. In this scene, the gentleman, dressed in a smart suit and hat, carefully draws out a wad of notes from the post office clerk, signifying the beginning of a new era of financial security for the elderly population. The Old Age Pension Act was a significant step towards the modern welfare state and marked a turning point in the history of social policy in Britain. This photograph, with its authentic and nostalgic feel, is a poignant reminder of the impact of this legislation on the lives of millions of elderly people, providing them with a sense of dignity and financial independence." This image is a historical record of a typical scene on January 1, 1909, and is not related to any commercial use. It is available for rights-managed licensing from Mary Evans Picture Library. Image ID: ILN_1909_01_01_13_01 Caption ID: 21012272 Keywords: Old Age Pension Act, David Lloyd George, historical, January 1, 1909, scene, drawing, gentleman, 1st, pension, post office, weekly payments, qualified, benefit, act, introduced, allowing, history, typical, 20th century, Britain, social welfare, elderly, dignity, financial independence.
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