Henry Thurstan Holland, 1st Viscount Knutsford - Statesman
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Henry Thurstan Holland, 1st Viscount Knutsford - Statesman
Henry Thurstan Holland, 1st Viscount Knutsford (1825-1914) - Statesman. Date: 1889
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1889 Conservative Holland Knutsford Viscount
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1. Title: "Sir Henry Thurstan Holland, 1st Viscount Knutsford: A Prominent 19th Century British Statesman" This photograph captures Sir Henry Thurstan Holland, 1st Viscount Knutsford (1825-1914), an influential British statesman of the late 19th century. Taken in 1889, this image showcases Holland in the prime of his political career, dressed in formal attire and exuding an air of authority and confidence. Born on July 22, 1825, in London, England, Holland began his political journey as a Conservative Party member. He was educated at Eton College and Trinity College, Cambridge, before entering the legal profession. Holland's legal expertise and political acumen led him to be appointed as Solicitor-General for England and Wales in 1874 and Attorney-General in 1880. In 1885, Holland was elevated to the peerage as Viscount Knutsford, and he served as Lord Chancellor from 1886 to 1892. During his tenure as Lord Chancellor, he played a crucial role in the passage of several significant pieces of legislation, including the Married Women's Property Act and the Divorce and Matrimonial Causes Act. Knutsford's political career was not without controversy. He was a staunch opponent of Irish Home Rule and played a key role in the opposition to Irish nationalist leader Charles Stewart Parnell. However, he was also known for his commitment to reform and his efforts to improve the lives of the working class. This photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a man who played a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape of late 19th century Britain. Sir Henry Thurstan Holland, 1st Viscount Knutsford, remains an intriguing figure in the annals of British history, and this image serves as a poignant reminder of his enduring legacy.
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