Jigsaw Puzzle : Sir John Eldon Gorst
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Sir John Eldon Gorst
SIR JOHN ELDON GORST lawyer and statesman (do not confuse with his son, who bore the same name) Date: 1835 - 1916
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1835 Bore Confuse Eldon Gorst Lawyer
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Discover the captivating world of history with our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle featuring the enigmatic figure of Sir John Eldon Gorst. This intricately designed puzzle showcases a portrait of the renowned lawyer and statesman taken from Mary Evans Prints Online. Immerse yourself in the intrigue and detail of this historical image as you piece together the past. A perfect activity for history enthusiasts, puzzle lovers, or anyone seeking a challenging mental workout. Experience the joy of completion as you bring Sir John Eldon Gorst's story to life, one puzzle piece at a time.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 31.5cm x 47.2cm (12.4" x 18.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Sir John Eldon Gorst (1835-1916), a prominent lawyer and statesman of the late Victorian and early Edwardian eras, is depicted in this striking photograph. Born in London, Gorst was educated at Trinity College, Cambridge, and called to the bar at the Inner Temple in 1861. He quickly established a successful legal practice, but his true passion lay in politics. Gorst's political career began in earnest in 1885 when he was elected as the Liberal Member of Parliament for Southampton. He served in various Cabinet positions under Prime Ministers Gladstone and Campbell-Bannerman, including Postmaster General, President of the Board of Trade, and Colonial Secretary. Gorst is perhaps best known for his role as High Commissioner and Chief Justice of Cyprus from 1897 to 1900. During his tenure, he implemented significant reforms, including the introduction of a modern legal system and the establishment of a local legislative assembly. Despite his accomplishments, Gorst's political career was marred by controversy. In 1903, he was forced to resign from the Liberal Party after being implicated in the Marconi Scandal, a bribery scandal involving the awarding of a telegraph contract to the Marconi Company. Although he was later cleared of any wrongdoing, the damage to his reputation was irreparable. Despite the controversy, Gorst continued to be active in politics, serving as a member of the House of Lords from 1907 until his death in 1916. This photograph captures Sir John Eldon Gorst in the prime of his career, a man of great intellect and ambition, whose contributions to British politics and the legal system continue to be felt to this day.
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