Framed Print : Nhs Ballot Papers
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Nhs Ballot Papers
Ballot papers are destroyed following the plebiscite of doctors organised by the B.M.A. The doctors voted overwhelmingly against the National Health Service Act
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Media ID 4399911
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1948 Association Ballot Destroyed Doctors Health Organised Papers Plebiscite Voted
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "Nhs Ballot Papers" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful and historic image captures the moment of the British Medical Association's plebiscite in 1946, where doctors voted overwhelmingly against the National Health Service Act. Each print is meticulously framed in a sleek and modern design, preserving the authenticity and intrigue of this pivotal moment in healthcare history. Bring a piece of medical and political history into your home or office with our high-quality framed prints. Order yours today and join the conversation around this significant moment in time.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures a pivotal moment in British history, as NHS ballot papers are destroyed following a plebiscite of doctors organized by the B.M.A. The year is 1948, and the National Health Service Act has just been introduced. However, the doctors have voted overwhelmingly against it.
In this image, we see the physical manifestation of their dissent - piles of ballot papers being torn up and discarded. These papers represent not only the opinions of individual doctors, but also the broader tensions surrounding the creation of a national healthcare system in Britain.
The significance of this event cannot be understated. It reflects a clash between tradition and progress, between individual autonomy and collective responsibility. The outcome of this plebiscite would shape the future of healthcare in Britain for generations to come.
As we look back on this historical moment through the lens of time, we are reminded that change is never easy. It requires courage to challenge established norms and institutions. And while these doctors may have voted against the NHS Act in 1948, their actions ultimately paved the way for a more inclusive and equitable healthcare system in Britain.
This print serves as a poignant reminder of our shared history and highlights the ongoing struggle to balance competing interests within our society.
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