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Fine Art 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" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the pivotal moment of the British Medical Association plebiscite on the National Health Service Act, 1948, as votes are meticulously counted at BMA House, London. Captured by Mary Evans / Photo Union Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, this vintage photograph is a poignant reminder of a significant turning point in the UK's healthcare system. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and inspire reflection and conversation with its captivating imagery.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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