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Cartoon of David Lloyd-George as Queen Victoria, 1911
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Cartoon of David Lloyd-George as Queen Victoria, 1911
Cartoon of David Lloyd-George, 1st Earl Lloyd-George of Dwyfor, then Liberal Chancellor of the Exchequer, who had just passed the National Insurance Act and thereby earnt The Bystanders scorn
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Chancellor Dwyfor Exchequer Insurance Liberal Lloyd Passed Scorn
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This fascinating historical print captures a unique and humorous moment in British political history. The cartoon depicts David Lloyd-George, the 1st Earl Lloyd-George of Dwyfor and Liberal Chancellor of the Exchequer, dressed as Queen Victoria. This caricature was created in 1911 by The Bystander, as a satirical response to Lloyd-George's passing of the National Insurance Act.
At the time, Lloyd-George had just implemented this important piece of legislation which provided social insurance for workers in case of illness or unemployment. However, despite his efforts to improve social welfare through this act, he earned the scorn of some critics - including The Bystander who mocked him by portraying him as Queen Victoria.
This cartoon serves as a reminder of both the significance and challenges faced by politicians when implementing major reforms. It also highlights the power of political satire in shaping public opinion and holding leaders accountable for their actions.
Overall, this print is not only a visually striking piece but also a valuable historical artifact that sheds light on an important chapter in British history.
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