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The City Police, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel
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The City Police, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel
The City Police, 1863. Magog comments: I Say, Brother Gog, They Seem to Think We Ain t No Sort O Use. Here, following the recently highlighted failings of the Citys police force, Gog and Magog are shown as being under siege from the citizens of London. Gog and Magog stand back to back in the centre, holding their truncheons, but ineffectual in the face of the multitude. Gog of Magog is mentioned a number of times in the Book of Ezekiel. In Punch they are often depicted as representative of the capitals policemen, and there is often a particular reference to the traffic problems in the City centre. From Punch, or the London Charivari, April 11, 1863.Gog of Magog is mentioned a number of times in the Book of Ezekiel. In Punch they are often depicted as representative of the capitals policemen, and there is often a particular reference to the traffic problems in the City centre. Gog and Magog, each clutching his truncheon, stand back to back as they are besieged by the citizens of London. This cartoon relates to the enormous increase of the number of the populace who squeezed themselves into the narrow streets of the City, owing to the refusal of the Government to let the Lord Mayor and his retinue ride at the head of a Royal procession. All attempts made by the police to control this influx of people failed
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The City Police, 1863
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by John Tenniel captures the chaotic scene of Gog and Magog, representative figures of the capital's policemen, being overwhelmed by the citizens of London. In this satirical cartoon from Punch, Gog and Magog stand back to back in the center with their truncheons in hand, but their efforts prove futile against the multitude surrounding them. This illustration reflects the highlighted failings of the City's police force during that time period. The narrow streets of London were inundated with an enormous increase in population due to a government decision refusing permission for the Lord Mayor and his retinue to lead a Royal procession. As a result, traffic problems plagued the city center. Gog and Magog symbolize both authority and ineffectiveness as they struggle to control this influx of people. Their predicament is reminiscent of biblical references found in Ezekiel where Gog and Magog are mentioned multiple times. John Tenniel's artwork not only serves as social commentary on law enforcement issues but also highlights societal concerns regarding overcrowding and urbanization. This print offers viewers a glimpse into historical events while reminding us that even those tasked with maintaining order can be rendered powerless when faced with overwhelming circumstances.
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