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Hugh Childers (1827-1896) was a prominent British parliamentarian who played a significant role in shaping the political landscape of his time

Background imageChilders Collection: Hugh Childers (1827-1896) British parliamentarian, telling Britannia of the success of

Hugh Childers (1827-1896) British parliamentarian, telling Britannia of the success of
527899 Hugh Childers (1827-1896) British parliamentarian, telling Britannia of the success of the new Ballot Box. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, London, 24 August 1872

Background imageChilders Collection: Gladstones First Cabinet, 1868 (oil on canvas)

Gladstones First Cabinet, 1868 (oil on canvas)
BBC186453 Gladstones First Cabinet, 1868 (oil on canvas) by Barraud, Henry (1811-74); National Liberal Club, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Background imageChilders Collection: Flying Childers, 1732 (oil on canvas)

Flying Childers, 1732 (oil on canvas)
861568 Flying Childers, 1732 (oil on canvas) by Seymour, James (1702-52); 54.6x64.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duke of Devonshires bay racehorse)

Background imageChilders Collection: The 43rd - Oxfordshire Light Infantry, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles

The 43rd - Oxfordshire Light Infantry, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 43rd - Oxfordshire Light Infantry, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

Background imageChilders Collection: The 57th - Duke of Cambridges Own (Middlesex), 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles

The 57th - Duke of Cambridges Own (Middlesex), 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 57th - Duke of Cambridges Own (Middlesex), 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

Background imageChilders Collection: Trumpeter Buddy Childers at the Royal Albert Hall, London, 28 May 1992

Trumpeter Buddy Childers at the Royal Albert Hall, London, 28 May 1992. Childers was playing with the orchestra backing Frank Sinatra and Frank Sinatra Jr

Background imageChilders Collection: Hugh Culling Eardley Childers, 1878. Artist: Lock & Whitfield

Hugh Culling Eardley Childers, 1878. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Hugh Culling Eardley Childers, 1878. After serving as a member of the Government of Victoria, in Australia, Childers returned to Britain and, in 1860, was elected as MP for Pontefract

Background imageChilders Collection: A Good Beginning 1872. Artist: Joseph Swain

A Good Beginning 1872. Artist: Joseph Swain
A Good Beginning.. 1872. The new Ballot Bill had recently been passed into law and here Britannia drops a slight curtsey to the lanky figure of the Ballot. The man to the left is Hugh Childers

Background imageChilders Collection: Hugh Culling Eardley Childers, 1827

Hugh Culling Eardley Childers, 1827

Background imageChilders Collection: The Terrace - Houses of Parliament

The Terrace - Houses of Parliament
The Terrace - Palace of Westminster - painting by Emily Maria Eardley Childers (18661922), known as Milly Childers. (from left): William Harcourt, James Keir Hardie, Benjamin Stone, Edward Grey

Background imageChilders Collection: Hugh Culling Eardley Childers

Hugh Culling Eardley Childers - British and Australian Liberal statesman (18271896). Part of Box 63 Boswell collection. Celebrities of the day. Date: circa 1885

Background imageChilders Collection: Hugh Childers

Hugh Childers
HUGH CULLING EARDLEY CHILDERS statesman Date: 1827 - 1896

Background imageChilders Collection: Hugh Childers Cartoon

Hugh Childers Cartoon
HUGH CULLING EARDLEY CHILDERS statesman, caricatured by Punch as Mars. Date: 1827 - 1896

Background imageChilders Collection: Sir Richard Baggalay Ph

Sir Richard Baggalay Ph
SIR RICHARD BAGGALLAY lawyer and statesman Date: 1816 - 1888

Background imageChilders Collection: Gladstone / Commons / 1880

Gladstone / Commons / 1880
The Liberal Opposition Front Bench, including the leader William Gladstone, during a late sitting of the House. Date: circa 1877

Background imageChilders Collection: Hce Childers / Vanity Fair

Hce Childers / Vanity Fair
HUGH CULLING EARDLEY CHILDERS British politician Date: 1827 - 1896

Background imageChilders Collection: MARY ALDEN CHILDERS (1877-1964). Nee Osgood. American-born wife of Robert Erskine Childers

MARY ALDEN CHILDERS (1877-1964). Nee Osgood. American-born wife of Robert Erskine Childers (1870-1922). Photograph, c1922

Background imageChilders Collection: Source Size = 1886 x 2377

Source Size = 1886 x 2377
Memorial to Mr. L.G.E. Childers, Lost on Board H.M.s. " captain"

Background imageChilders Collection: The Duke of Devonshires Flying Childers Flying Childers with a Groom Signed

The Duke of Devonshires Flying Childers Flying Childers with a Groom Signed and dated, lower right: " [monogram] | 1742", James Seymour, 1702-1752, British

Background imageChilders Collection: IRISH LEADERS, 1917-1918. A delegation of Irish leaders, possibly at the Irish

IRISH LEADERS, 1917-1918. A delegation of Irish leaders, possibly at the Irish Convention of 1917-1918. From left: Robert Childers Barton, Eamon de Valera, Count George Noble Plunkett

Background imageChilders Collection: NEW MINISTRY, 1869. The new ministry - George Robinson, Earl de Grey & Ripon;John Wodehouse

NEW MINISTRY, 1869. The new ministry - George Robinson, Earl de Grey & Ripon;John Wodehouse
NEW MINISTRY, 1869. The new ministry - George Robinson, Earl de Grey & Ripon; John Wodehouse, Earl of Kimberley; John Bright, Hugh Childers, and Spencer Cavendish, Marquis of Huntington

Background imageChilders Collection: Hugh Childers (1827-1896) British parliamentarian, telling Britannia of the success

Hugh Childers (1827-1896) British parliamentarian, telling Britannia of the success of the new Ballot Box. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, London, 24 August 1872

Background imageChilders Collection: ROBERT ERSKINE CHILDERS (1870-1922). English-born author and political leader in Ireland

ROBERT ERSKINE CHILDERS (1870-1922). English-born author and political leader in Ireland. Photograph, c1922

Background imageChilders Collection: Hugh C E Childers / Hornet

Hugh C E Childers / Hornet
Hugh Culling Eardley Childers Statesman


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Hugh Childers (1827-1896) was a prominent British parliamentarian who played a significant role in shaping the political landscape of his time. In this captivating portrait, titled "Gladstone's First Cabinet, 1868, " we see Childers confidently informing Britannia about the success achieved by their government. Another intriguing photograph captures Eamon de Valera and other members of Sinn Fein during their visit to London. The black and white image exudes an air of determination as they navigate through the complex political climate of the era. In contrast, "Flying Childers" takes us back to 1732 with an exquisite oil painting that showcases the beauty and grace of this renowned racehorse. Its powerful presence is captured on canvas for all to admire. Moving forward in history, we witness Count Munster and Musurus Pasha at the London conference on Egypt. This pivotal moment demonstrates how global affairs were discussed and negotiated within the United Kingdom's borders. The military also finds its place among these diverse snapshots with depictions of two esteemed regiments: The 43rd - Oxfordshire Light Infantry and The 57th - Duke of Cambridge's Own (Middlesex). These images pay tribute to their bravery and commitment to duty. Music enthusiasts will appreciate seeing trumpeter Buddy Childers performing at London's Royal Albert Hall in May 1992. His talent fills the grand venue, captivating audiences with every note he plays. One cannot forget Hugh Culling Eardley Childers, whose portrait from 1878 reveals his distinguished persona. Created by Lock & Whitfield, this artwork immortalizes him as a man who left an indelible mark on British politics. "A Good Beginning. , " painted by Joseph Swain in 1872, offers a glimpse into parliamentary life with its depiction of bustling activity within the Houses of Parliament terrace. It symbolizes hope for progress and positive change under Childer's leadership.