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Cartoon, A Great Demonstration
Cartoon, A Great Demonstration -- satirical comment on the Chartist movement, depicting a Chartist leader backing down immediately when a magistrate tells him that his proposed demonstration will not be allowed to go ahead. Date: 1848
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A Great Demonstration - A Satirical Comment on the Chartist Movement (1848)
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is a powerful and thought-provoking political cartoon from the 1840s, depicting a pivotal moment in the Chartist movement in Britain. The Chartists were a working-class political organization that advocated for democratic reforms, including universal suffrage, equal representation, and annual parliaments. Their most famous demand was the People's Charter, which was presented to Parliament in 1839. In this cartoon, we see a Chartist leader, Feargus O'Connor, standing before a magistrate, with a large crowd of Chartists in the background, eagerly awaiting the outcome of their proposed demonstration. The magistrate, with a stern expression and a raised hand, is telling O'Connor that the demonstration will not be allowed to go ahead. In response, O'Connor immediately backs down, dropping his chart and turning away, much to the disappointment and frustration of his followers. The cartoon is a scathing commentary on the Chartist movement and the perceived weakness and lack of resolve of its leaders. The use of humor and satire is a common tactic in political cartoons of the time, and this one effectively ridicules the Chartists for their inability to stand up to the authorities and demand their rights. The image also highlights the role of the police and the law in suppressing political dissent and the importance of democratic reforms in ensuring that the voices of the people are heard. Overall, "A Great Demonstration: A Satirical Comment on the Chartist Movement" is a fascinating glimpse into the political climate of 19th-century Britain and the ongoing struggle for democracy and political representation.
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