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M. W. Ridley, Esq. M. P. for North Northumberland (Mover of the Address in the House
M.W. Ridley, Esq. M.P. for North Northumberland (Mover of the Address in the House of Commons), Uk, 1876

PARLIAMENT OF BEES. Woodcut from the frontispiece to an edition of John Days play The Parliament of Bees, 1641

RUMP PARLIAMENT SATIRE. The Rump and dreggs of the House of Commons remaining after the good members were purged out. A playing card satirising the Rump Parliament

BRITISH HOUSE OF COMMONS. The House of Commons. Oil on canvas, 1833-1843, by Sir George Hayter

SECOND BOER WAR: SURRENDER. Arthur James Balfour reading the surrender of the South African Republic and the Orange Free State at the end of the Second Boer War, in the House of Commons, 2 June 1902

CHARLES STUART PARNELL (1846-1891). Irish Nationalist leader. Drawing, 1890. Mr. Parnell and members of the Nationalist Party in the House of Commons

WILLIAM GLADSTONE (1809-1898). English statesman. Speaking in the House of Commons. Caricature lithograph, 1879, by Spy (Sir Leslie Ward)

GEORGE CANNING (1770-1827). British politician. Speaking in the House of Commons. Oil on canvas, 1825, by Sir Thomas Lawrence

MARY ANNE CLARKE (1776-1852). English courtier. Pandora Opening Her Box. Cartoon, 1809, by James Gillray lampooning Mrs. Clarkes appearance before the House of Commons on charges of conniving with

STAMP ACT CARTOON, 1766. Detail of a cartoon, 1766, captioned The Ballance, or the Americans Triumphant commenting on William Pitts speech in Parliament, 14 January 1766

LONDON PRESS, 1875. Tom Thumb the Great! English cartoon by Sir John Tenniel, 1875, on the summoning of the printers of the London Times and Daily News to the Bar of the House

BENJAMIN DISRAELI (1804-1881). 1st Earl of Beaconsfield. English statesman and writer. English cartoon, 1847, after Disraeli assumed the Conservative leadership in the House of Commons after

Proclamation Of War
4th August 1914: Crowds gather outside the House of Commons in Londons Westminster, waiting for news on the day that Britain declared war on Germany. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Cleaning the House of Commons in readiness for the opening of the new session. 26 October 1934

The New Speaker of the House of Commons, the Right Hon. John Evelyn Denison: Elected April 30, 1857
THE NEW SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS, THE RIGHT HON. JOHN EVELYN DENISON: ELECTED APRIL 30, 1857. British statesman. UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering in the Old Days: J. Gillray: the Dissolution, or the Alchymist Producing an Ethereal Representation. Pitt Dissolving the House of Commons, 1796

William Ewart Gladstone (1809 - 1898), British Liberal statesman, introducing his Home Rule bill for Ireland in the House of Commons, 1886. Engraving c1895

Maurice Affair. General Frederick Maurice (1871 - 1951)
The Maurice Affair. General Frederick Maurice (1871 - 1951) accused the Government of making three inaccurate statements in the House of Commons

British Prime Minister, Herbert Asquith
The British Prime Minister, Herbert Asquith, infuriated by the constant blocking of House of Commons bills by the House of Lords, threatening the Marquess of Lansdowne

Marquess of Lansdowne (1845 - 1927) Leader of the Conservative Opposition in the House of Lords depicted as a butcher proudly standing outside with all he has to offer

David Lloyd George with baby stroller
David Lloyd George, Chancellor the Exchequer, wheeling his budget to the House of Commons. The Prime Minister, Herbert Asquith, in the guise of a policeman

Lady Astor in British Parliament
Lady Astor, the first woman to take her seat in the British Parliament, being introduced to the House of Commons, 1 December 1919. After the painting by Charles Sims

William Bowyer Younger (1699 - 1777)
William Bowyer the Younger (1699 - 1777) known as The Learned Printer, prominent English printer and author. Printer to the House of Commons (1729), the Society of Antiquaries (1726)

William Lenthall (1591 - 1662), Speaker of the House of Commons, running away to the Puritan army with the Mace (symbol of Parliamentary authority)

HOUSE OF COMMONS, 1854. Refreshment room at the House of Commons, Westminster Hall, London, England. Wood engraving, 1854

PARLIAMENT: LIBRARY, 1854. The library of the House of Commons in the new Houses of Parliament, London, England. Wood engraving, English, 1854

HOUSE OF COMMONS, 1859. Entrance to the House of Commons, Westminster Hall, London, England. Wood engraving, 1859

GREAT SEAL OF ENGLAND. Great Seal of 1651. Line engraving, 19th century

LONDON: HOUSE OF COMMONS. Exterior of the House of Commons (formerly St. Stephens Chapel), Westminster Hall, London, England, as viewed from the River Thames. Line engraving, English, 18th century

GREAT BRITAIN: PARLIAMENT. House of Commons - Mode of Taking the Votes. Wood engraving, 1849

GREAT BRITAIN: PARLIAMENT. The House of Commons. A 19th century French engraving after Augustus Pugin and Thomas Rowlandson, 1809

GREAT BRITAIN: PARLIAMENT. The House of Commons in 1793, William Pitt addressing the House. Wood engraving after the painting, 1793, by Karl Anton Hickel

BRITISH HOUSE OF COMMONS. French engraving after A. C. Pugin and Thomas Rowlandson, 1809
BRITISH HOUSE OF COMMONS. French engraving after A.C. Pugin and Thomas Rowlandson, 1809

SIR ROBERT WALPOLE (1676-1745). 1st Earl of Orford, left, at the entry to the House of Commons with the Speaker, Arthur Onslow: engraving after William Hogarth and Sir James Thornhill

ANTI-CORN LAW RIOT, 1815. Anti-Corn Law riot at the House of Commons in London, England, 1815. Wood engraving, English, 19th century

WILLIAM EWART GLADSTONE (1809-1898). English statesman. Gladstone introducing his first Irish Home Rule Bill in Parliament in 1886. Contemporary line engraving

GREAT BRITAIN: PARLIAMENT. The House of Commons in 1648. Contemporary engraving

BENJAMIN DISRAELI (1804-1881). 1st Earl of Beaconsfield. English statesman and writer. Disraeli introducing his Reform Bill in the House of Commons in 1867. Wood engraving, 19th century

ROBERT WALPOLE (1676-1745). First Earl of Orford. English statesman. Walpole (left) at the entry to the House of Commons with the Speaker, Arthur Onslow

HOGARTH: BAMBRIDGE TRIAL. The examination of Thomas Bambridge, acting warden of the Fleet Prison, by a committee of the House of Commons presided over by James Oglethorpe, 1729

Lower waiting hall with statue of the architect Barry, House of Commons, Houses of Parliament, Westminster, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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The House of Commons, located within the historic Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London, is a place steeped in rich history and political significance. Its interior chamber has witnessed countless debates and decisions that have shaped the course of British democracy. One notable event was the gathering of the first Parliamentary Labour (Socialist) Party, marking a significant shift towards progressive politics. Another iconic moment captured in time is Charles I standing before Speaker Lenthall in 1850, illustrating the power dynamics between monarchy and parliament. Turner's famous painting "Burning Parliament" immortalizes the devastating fire that engulfed both Houses in 1834. However, resilience prevailed as depicted by an engraving showcasing a final sitting during Queen Victoria's twelfth parliament. In another engraving, Mr. Disraeli takes center stage as he addresses the House for the first time as Prime Minister. The image captures his charisma and leadership skills during this pivotal moment. The House of Commons wasn't always serious business; it had its lighter moments too. An amusing scene from 1805 shows members uncorking old sherry while engaging in jovial conversation—a glimpse into their camaraderie behind closed doors. However, not all moments were lighthearted. A poignant photograph taken after a bombing raid shows Mr. Churchill contemplating the ruins of the House of Commons during World War II—an enduring symbol of resilience amidst destruction. Artistic representations also capture its grandeur—the Byrne painting showcases both Houses against a backdrop dominated by Big Ben and Westminster Bridge—a true testament to architectural magnificence. Lastly, politicians at play are caught on canvas indulging in "thought-reading" during parliamentary sessions—an intriguing insight into their offbeat interactions beyond formalities. The House of Commons stands as an enduring symbol of democratic governance where history unfolds daily—its walls echoing with passionate speeches and fierce debates that shape Britain's future for generations to come.