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Canvas Print : Voting on the National Health Service Act, 1948
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Voting on the National Health Service Act, 1948
Counting of votes in the British Medical Association plebiscite on the National Health Service Act at BMA House, Tavistock Square, London.
1948
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1948 Association Counting Health Plebiscite Vote Votes Voting
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the iconic image "Voting on the National Health Service Act, 1948" from the Mary Evans / Photo Union Collection, available at Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph captures the historic moment of the British Medical Association plebiscite on the National Health Service Act, held at BMA House in London in 1948. The black-and-white image beautifully portrays the intensity and significance of that pivotal moment in British history. Our high-quality Canvas Prints bring this important piece of history into your home or office, adding a touch of timeless elegance and intrigue. Experience the emotion and drama of this historic event with every detail brought to life in vivid detail on your wall. Order your Media Storehouse Canvas Print today and bring a piece of history into your space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this historic photograph taken in 1948, the counting of votes is underway at BMA House in Tavistock Square, London, during the British Medical Association's plebiscite on the National Health Service Act. The National Health Service (NHS) Act, which came into effect on July 5, 1948, marked a significant turning point in the history of healthcare in the United Kingdom. The Act established the NHS as a comprehensive and publicly funded healthcare system, providing free medical care to all citizens, regardless of their ability to pay. The plebiscite, organized by the British Medical Association (BMA), aimed to gauge the support of medical professionals for the new legislation. Doctors and other healthcare workers were asked to vote on whether they would continue to work under the new NHS system or opt out and continue practicing privately. The photograph captures the intense focus and determination of the election officials as they meticulously count the votes, the air heavy with anticipation and the weight of history. The 1940s, known as the "Age of Austerity," was a time of significant social and political change in the United Kingdom. The NHS Act, a cornerstone of the post-war welfare state, represented a commitment to the welfare and well-being of the population. The successful passage of the Act was a testament to the collective will of the British people to build a more equitable and just society. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the power of collective action and the importance of accessible, high-quality healthcare for all.
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