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What may be doing abroad - what is doing at home
What may be doing abroad - what is doing at home. Print shows two simultaneous scenes, on the top, the Kings of Spain, France, and Prussia, and Queen Maria Theresa carve out portions of the British empire for themselves, while on the bottom, members of the Duke of Graftons ministry haggle over internal disputes and problems with the colonies in America; behind his ministers, George III stands in a doorway weeping. Date 1769
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This thought-provoking print, titled 'What may be doing abroad - what is doing at home,' offers a satirical commentary on the political landscape of Europe and the American colonies in 1769. The image is divided into two distinct scenes, each reflecting the tensions and challenges faced by the respective powers. At the top, the kings of Spain, France, and Prussia, along with Queen Maria Theresa, are depicted carving out portions of the British empire for themselves. This scene represents the external threats and territorial ambitions that the British were facing during this period. The image serves as a reminder of the intense competition among European powers to expand their territories and influence, often at the expense of other nations. In contrast, the bottom scene shows members of the Duke of Grafton's ministry haggling over internal disputes and problems with the colonies in America. Behind his ministers, a dejected George III stands in a doorway, weeping. This scene represents the internal strife and political instability that the British were experiencing at home. The ministry's inability to effectively address the issues in the colonies was contributing to growing unrest and discontent, which would eventually lead to the American Revolution. The print is a poignant reminder of the complex geopolitical landscape of the late 18th century and the challenges faced by the British government during this period. The simultaneous representation of external threats and internal strife serves to highlight the precarious position of the British empire and the urgent need for effective leadership and diplomacy.
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