Speaker Of The House Of Commons Collection

Charles I and Speaker Lenthall, c1850, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Charles I and Speaker Lenthall, c1850, (1947). On 4 January 1642, King Charles I (1600-1649, standing, in hat) entered the House of Commons to arrest five Members of Parliament for high treason

Lord Palmerston making the ministerial statement on Dano-German Affairs..., 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Lord Palmerston making the ministerial statement on Dano-German Affairs in the House of Commons on Monday, 1864. 'Every seat in the body of the house, and the very steps in each gangway

Mr. Speaker Gully, c1900. Creators: Bassano Studio, William Court Gully
Mr. Speaker Gully, c1900. William Court Gully, British politician, MP, Speaker of the House of Commons. Engraving after a photograph by Messrs. Bassano

Speaker of the House of Commons, 1937. Creator: Unknown
Speaker of the House of Commons, 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]

The Speaker of the House of Commons Levee, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The Speaker of the House of Commons Levee, [London], 1857. The Right Honourable the Speaker of the House of Commons gave his last Parliamantary full-dress dinner on Saturday evening

'Sir Christopher Yelverton, justice of the Kings Bench, 1811. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Sir Christopher Yelverton, justice of the Kings Bench, 1811. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of

The Speakers Procession, 1884, (1947). Creator: Francis Wilfrid Lawson
The Speakers Procession, 1884, (1947). Members of Parliament inside the Palace of Westminster in London. The Speaker is Henry Bouverie William Brand

William Pitt, the Younger, Addressing the Commons, 1793, (1947). Creator: Anton Hickel
William Pitt, the Younger, Addressing the Commons, 1793, (1947). Session of parliament in the Palace of Westminster, London. Prime Minister William Pitt is on his feet

Political cartoon (colour litho)
964589 Political cartoon (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Political cartoon. From Truth, 25 December 1906.); © Look and Learn

BETTY BOOTHROYD, LABOUR PARTY - 28 / 04 / 1992
BETTY BOOTHROYD, LABOUR PARTY - 28/04/1992

The late Viscount Canterbury, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The late Viscount Canterbury, 1845. Portrait of British politician Charles Manners Sutton, 1st Viscount Canterbury, who fell ill and died during a train journey

A New Speaker and The Wedding Night, February 7, 1789. February 7, 1789
A New Speaker and The Wedding Night, February 7, 1789

The Hanoverian Horse and British Lion, March 31, 1784. March 31, 1784
The Hanoverian Horse and British Lion, March 31, 1784

The House of Commons in the Eighteenth Century, 1730, (1947). Creator: Unknown
The House of Commons in the Eighteenth Century, 1730, (1947). Session of parliament in the Palace of Westminster, London. The Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole, is on the left

Sir Edward Turnour, c1670, (1947). Creator: John Michael Wright
Sir Edward Turnour, c1670, (1947). A Seventeenth-Century Speaker - portrait of English barrister and member of parliament Sir Edward Turnour (1617-1676) who served as Speaker of the Commons

Charles Manners Sutton, 1st Viscount Canterbury, 1837. Creator: Alfred d Orsay
Charles Manners Sutton, 1st Viscount Canterbury, 1837. Portrait of British politician Charles Manners Sutton (1780-1845), Speaker of the House of Commons

Mr. Speaker Denison, c1890. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W. Cowan, Cassell & Company Limited, London, Paris, Melbourne, c1890]

Letter from General Monck to the Speaker of the House of Commons, 1659 (1903)
A letter from Lord General Monck to the Speaker of the House of Commons sent from the Guildhall, London, 1659 (1903). From London in the Time of the Stuarts, by Sir Walter Besant

Scene in the House of Commons: the Speaker coerced, 1629 (1905). Members holding down the Speaker, Sir John Finch, in his chair while resolutions against King Charles I are read out

James William Lowther, 1st Viscount Ullswater (1855 -1949), Conservative politician, 1896
James William Lowther, 1st Viscount Ullswater (1855 -1949), British Conservative politician, 1896. Lowther served as Speaker of the House of Commons between 1905 and 1921

Mr Gladstone attacking Mr Disraelis first budget, 1852. A debate in the House of Commons between William Ewart Gladstone MP (1809-1898) and Benjamin Disraeli MP (1804-1881)

John Evelyn Denison, Speaker of the House of Commons, 1857. Portrait of English statesman John Evelyn Denison, 1st Viscount Ossington (1800-1873)

The New Speaker of the House of Commons, the Right Hon. John Evelyn Denison: Elected April 30
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

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

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"The Speaker of the House of Commons: A Historical Journey Through Power and Politics" Step into the fascinating world of the Speaker of the House of Commons, a position that has witnessed centuries of political drama and influence. From its origins in Charles I's reign to its modern-day significance, this caption explores the evolution and impact of this pivotal role. In 1850, during Charles I's tumultuous rule, Speaker Lenthall stood as a symbol of parliamentary authority against royal power. This image captures their iconic encounter, showcasing the enduring struggle between monarchy and democracy. Fast forward to 1793 when William Pitt, known as "the Younger, " addressed the Commons with eloquence and conviction. Anton Hickel's painting immortalizes this momentous speech that shaped British politics for years to come. Political cartoons have always played an essential role in shaping public opinion. In vivid color lithographs from an unknown artist, we witness satirical commentary on contemporary events involving Speakership. These images provide valuable insights into public sentiment during critical periods in history. The late Viscount Canterbury left his mark on parliamentary proceedings in 1845. Though little-known today, his tenure was marked by significant reforms that strengthened democratic principles within Parliament. Delve further back into history with illustrations from February 7th, 1789 - a day forever etched in memory due to two contrasting events: The appointment of a new Speaker and what became known as "The Wedding Night. " Uncover how these seemingly unrelated occurrences intertwine within political narratives. Marching alongside historical figures like The Hanoverian Horse and British Lion is another captivating procession - The Speakers Procession captured by Francis Wilfrid Lawson in 1884. This grand spectacle showcases both tradition and pomp surrounding this esteemed office. Travel even further back to the eighteenth century through an anonymous artist's eyes who depicted life inside the House of Commons during those transformative times. Explore how debates unfolded amidst ornate architecture and passionate exchanges.