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Robert Peel (1788-1850), Prime Minister, taking his final curtain call. His Repeal of Corn Laws passed on 25 June but same night was defeated on his Irish bill. Resigned 29 June
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Robert Peel (1788-1850), Prime Minister, taking his final curtain call. His Repeal of Corn Laws passed on 25 June but same night was defeated on his Irish bill. Resigned 29 June
527838 Robert Peel (1788-1850), Prime Minister, taking his final curtain call. His Repeal of Corn Laws passed on 25 June but same night was defeated on his Irish bill. Resigned 29 June. Figure struggling with policeman (a Peeler) at bottom left is Disraeli. Cartoon from Punch, London, 1846.; Universal History Archive/UIG. © Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Media ID 38452626
1846 Bill Bottom Call Corn Curtain Defeated Disraeli Final June Laws Left Minister Passed Peel Peeler Policeman Prime Punch Repeal Resigned Robert Struggling Taking 1788 1850
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In this satirical cartoon from 'Punch' in 1846, we see Robert Peel, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, taking his final curtain call. Just days after successfully passing the Repeal of Corn Laws on June 25th, Peel faced defeat on his Irish bill that same night. The pressure and turmoil of politics proved too much as he resigned on June 29th. The image captures the essence of a man who fought tirelessly for what he believed in, only to be met with opposition at every turn. In the bottom left corner, we see a figure struggling with a policeman - aptly named a "Peeler" after Peel himself. This figure is none other than Disraeli, another prominent politician of the time. This cartoon serves as a scathing satire on the political climate of nineteenth century Britain. It highlights the challenges and complexities faced by those in power, as well as the often tumultuous nature of government affairs. As we reflect on this historical moment through this powerful image, we are reminded of Peel's legacy and his contributions to British politics. Despite facing setbacks and defeats, he remained steadfast in his beliefs until his final bow on the political stage.
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