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David Lloyd-George (1863-1945) speaking in Rochdale, 1923
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David Lloyd-George (1863-1945) speaking in Rochdale, 1923
Photograph of David Lloyd-George, 1st Earl Lloyd-George of Dwyfor, the Welsh Liberal statesman, addressing a large crowd at Rochdale during the election campaign of 1923. Forgetting he was using a microphone to address the people of Rochdale (previously represented by Richard Cobden), Lloyd-George asked aside to a supporter Was Cobden a Lancashire man?. The microphone picked up the aside, causing a great deal of laughter in the crowd
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1863 1945 Address Addressing Asked Campaign Causing Cobden Deal Dwyfor Election Forgetting Lancashire Laughter Liberal Lloyd Micro Phone Picked Previously Represented Rochdale Speaking Supporter 1923
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In this photograph, David Lloyd-George, 1st Earl Lloyd-George of Dwyfor (1863-1945), the renowned Welsh Liberal statesman, is seen engaging in an unscripted moment during his election campaign in Rochdale, Lancashire, in 1923. With a microphone in hand, Lloyd-George, who was previously the Member of Parliament for Rochdale and had succeeded the famous free-trade advocate Richard Cobden, momentarily forgot himself and turned to a supporter to ask, "Was Cobden a Lancashire man?" The crowd erupted in laughter, as the microphone, unbeknownst to Lloyd-George, picked up his aside. This incident, though seemingly trivial, highlights the human side of a political figure, adding an intriguing layer to the historical narrative. Lloyd-George's question was not only a reflection of his momentary lapse in memory but also a testament to his respect for the legacy of his predecessor, Richard Cobden, who represented Rochdale from 1841 to 1865. The image captures a candid moment in the rich tapestry of British political history, offering a glimpse into the past and the enduring charm of an era long gone. Lloyd-George's tenure as the Member of Parliament for Rochdale marked a significant period in his political career, during which he served as Chancellor of the Exchequer (1908-1915) and later as Prime Minister (1916-1922). His contributions to British politics, particularly his role in the People's Budget and the implementation of World War I war bonds, remain a crucial part of the nation's history. This photograph, with its unexpected moment of levity, serves as a poignant reminder of Lloyd-George's human side and his connection to the people and the history of Rochdale.
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