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Castlereagh the suicidal uncle of Fitzroy
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Castlereagh the suicidal uncle of Fitzroy
Robert Stewart, Lord Castlereagh (18th June 1769 - 12 August 1822). An unpopular Irish and British senior statesman, his scientific importance lies in the fact that he was an uncle of Captain Fitzroy of the Beagle. Castlereaghs suicide was a considerable factor behind Fitzroys choice to take a companion on his long voyage - the young Charles Darwin. Fitzroy considered his own temperament, the fate of the last captain (suicide), and his own family history (Castlerleagh). As history records, Fitzroy would end up taking his own life in the same manner as Castlereagh many year later, by cutting his own throat. Some claim Darwins evolutionary theories were a catalyst for the increasingly fundamentalist Fitzroy. Contemporary engraving with signature bottom right
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This print showcases the infamous Lord Castlereagh, an Irish and British senior statesman who met a tragic end. Castlereagh's significance in scientific history lies in his role as the uncle of Captain Fitzroy, renowned for leading the historic voyage on the Beagle. It was Castlereagh's own suicide that greatly influenced Fitzroy's decision to seek companionship during his lengthy expedition, ultimately leading him to choose a young Charles Darwin. Fitzroy carefully considered his own temperament, the fate of his predecessor (who also took his own life), and even delved into his family history marked by Castlereagh's tragic demise. As recorded by history, Fitzroy would eventually meet a similar fate years later, ending his life by cutting his own throat. Some argue that Darwin's groundbreaking evolutionary theories played a significant role in exacerbating Fitzroy's increasingly fundamentalist beliefs. This thought-provoking contemporary engraving captures this tale of depression and human struggle with its signature placed at the bottom right corner. Paul D. Stewart masterfully brings together elements of illustration and artistry to depict this poignant moment in history. The image serves as a reminder of how personal experiences can shape destinies and influence future generations' paths.
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