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Charles Bradlaugh (1833-1891). English political activist. London. House of Commons. Arrest of deputy atheist Brandlaugh for refusing to leave the Chamber. Engraving in The Spanish and American Illustration, 1885. Colored
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This engraving, titled "Arrest of Deputy atheist Brandlaugh for refusing to leave the Chamber," is a vivid depiction of a pivotal moment in the history of British political activism. The image, published in The Spanish and American Illustration in 1885, portrays Charles Bradlaugh (1833-1891), a prominent English political activist and founder of the National Secular Society. Bradlaugh, an atheist and advocate for secularism, is shown being forcibly removed from the House of Commons by government officials. The scene takes place in the House of Commons in London, during a time when religious beliefs held significant influence over British politics. Bradlaugh, who had been elected as a deputy to represent Northampton, was denied the opportunity to take his seat due to his open atheism. Despite repeated attempts to be sworn in, he was denied the right to take the oath on the Bible, which was a requirement for all members of Parliament at the time. In this engraving, Bradlaugh is seen standing defiantly at a table in the chamber, surrounded by a group of men in formal attire. One official attempts to physically remove him from the chamber, while others look on in disapproval. The interior of the chamber is adorned with ornate details, including intricate woodwork and gilded accents, highlighting the grandeur of the British Parliament. This powerful image is a testament to Bradlaugh's unwavering commitment to his beliefs and his role as a pioneer for secularism and religious freedom in Britain. The arrest and subsequent expulsion from Parliament marked a significant turning point in Bradlaugh's career, and helped to bring attention to the cause of secularism and the separation of church and state.
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