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The Officious Passenger: Reform of Parliament - extension of the franchise
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The Officious Passenger: Reform of Parliament - extension of the franchise
527686 The Officious Passenger: Reform of Parliament - extension of the franchise. The Prime Minister, Lord John Russell, asking John Bright to stop trumpeting the Reform Bill. Russell defeated by Parliament on the Reform Bill in May 1866. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, London, 20 January 1866. by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); Universal History Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23500062
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1866 Bill Bright Defeated Extension Franchise January John Lord Minister Parliament Passenger Prime Punch Reform Russell Stop Suffrage Tenniel Trumpeting Vote Officious
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The Officious Passenger - Reform of Parliament - extension of the franchise
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. In this 19th-century cartoon print, we are transported back to a pivotal moment in British history. The image depicts an animated scene within the hallowed halls of Parliament, where political powerhouses collide. The central figure is Lord John Russell, the Prime Minister at the time, who stands tall and resolute. His outstretched arm beseeches John Bright, a prominent statesman and advocate for parliamentary reform, to cease his boisterous trumpet blasts in support of the Reform Bill. This artwork captures a critical juncture in England's democratic evolution as Russell's proposed bill aimed to extend suffrage rights and broaden representation. However, despite his impassioned efforts, he was ultimately defeated by Parliament in May 1866. Created by renowned artist John Tenniel for Punch magazine on January 20th that same year, this cartoon masterfully encapsulates the tension between those pushing for change and those resistant to it. It serves as a visual commentary on the intricate dynamics of politics during this era. Through vivid imagery and clever symbolism, Tenniel skillfully conveys not only the clash between politicians but also highlights broader themes such as government accountability and public participation in decision-making processes. As we gaze upon this historic snapshot from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded of how far Britain has come since that fateful day in 1866 when voices clashed over matters crucial to democracy itself.
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