Jigsaw Puzzle : 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
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating NHS Ballot Papers jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intriguing puzzle, featuring an authentic image from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, transports you to a pivotal moment in British medical history. In 1946, doctors organized a plebiscite against the National Health Service Act, and the ballot papers were later destroyed. Assemble this puzzle and relive this significant event in the evolution of healthcare in the UK. Engage your mind, challenge your problem-solving skills, and add a piece of history to your home with this captivating jigsaw puzzle.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 28cm (14" x 11")
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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