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Joseph Hume Collection

Joseph Hume was a Scottish politician and reformer who played a significant role in shaping British politics during the 19th century

Background imageJoseph Hume Collection: Joseph Hume, 1777-1855

Joseph Hume, 1777-1855
5614426 Joseph Hume, 1777-1855; (add.info.: Joseph Hume, 1777-1855. Scottish doctor and Radical MP. From The Martyrs of Tolpuddle, published 1934.); Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Background imageJoseph Hume Collection: Joseph Hume, Scottish doctor, politician and Radical MP (engraving)

Joseph Hume, Scottish doctor, politician and Radical MP (engraving)
6029851 Joseph Hume, Scottish doctor, politician and Radical MP (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Hume (1777-1855), Scottish doctor

Background imageJoseph Hume Collection: Joseph Hume (engraving)

Joseph Hume (engraving)
663705 Joseph Hume (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Hume. Illustration from Cassells History of England (special edition, A W Cowan, c 1890)

Background imageJoseph Hume Collection: Joseph Hume, Scottish doctor, politician and radical MP (engraving)

Joseph Hume, Scottish doctor, politician and radical MP (engraving)
6014865 Joseph Hume, Scottish doctor, politician and radical MP (engraving) by Wivell, Abraham (1786-1849) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Hume (1777-1855), Scottish doctor

Background imageJoseph Hume Collection: The Reconciliation. An Affecting Scene, 1834. Creator: John Doyle

The Reconciliation. An Affecting Scene, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
The Reconciliation. An Affecting Scene, 1834. Edward Stanley, Earl of Derby; Hugh Fortescue, 2nd Earl Fortescue; Sir James Robert George Graham; Edward John Littleton

Background imageJoseph Hume Collection: Extraordinary Meeting of Leaders of Opposition. 1835. Creator: John Doyle

Extraordinary Meeting of Leaders of Opposition. 1835. Creator: John Doyle
Extraordinary Meeting of Leaders of Opposition. 1835. Satire depicting British politicians as animals. The sheep (or lamb) may be William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne, who served as Home Secretary

Background imageJoseph Hume Collection: Cockney laureate elected, c1821. Artist: Joseph Gleadah

Cockney laureate elected, c1821. Artist: Joseph Gleadah
Cockney laureate elected, c1821. A procession of radicals comprising Francis Place, Joseph Hume, Francis Burdett and Jeremy Bentham (fallen from his pony) being led up Ludgate Hill, London

Background imageJoseph Hume Collection: Joseph Hume, (1777-1855), 19th century

Joseph Hume, (1777-1855), 19th century. Hume was a Scottish doctor and politician. Illustration from The life and times of Queen Victoria, by Robert Wilson, (1900)

Background imageJoseph Hume Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Pick--Back, HB Sketches, No. 368, Artist, Subject, Lithographer

Drawings Prints, Print, Pick--Back, HB Sketches, No. 368, Artist, Subject, Lithographer
Drawings and Prints, Print, Pick-A-Back, HB Sketches, No. 368, Artist, Subject, Lithographer, Publisher, Subject, John Doyle, George Byng, Ducote and Stephen, Thomas McLean, Joseph Hume, Irish

Background imageJoseph Hume Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Goose, Capitol, Alias, Capital, Goose!, HB Sketches, No. 371

Drawings Prints, Print, Goose, Capitol, Alias, Capital, Goose!, HB Sketches, No. 371
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Goose of the Capitol Alias a Capital Goose!, HB Sketches, No. 371, Artist, Subject, Lithographer, Subject, Publisher, John Doyle, Joseph Hume, Ducote and Stephen

Background imageJoseph Hume Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Great, Western, General, Booking, Office, HB Sketches, No

Drawings Prints, Print, Great, Western, General, Booking, Office, HB Sketches, No
Drawings and Prints, Print, Great Western General Booking Office, HB Sketches, No. 499, Lithographer, Subject, Subject, Publisher, Subject, Subject, Artist, Alfred Ducote


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Joseph Hume was a Scottish politician and reformer who played a significant role in shaping British politics during the 19th century. Known for his dedication to financial accountability and transparency, Hume tirelessly fought against government corruption and wasteful spending. His efforts led to important reforms in areas such as education, prison conditions, and public health. Hume's commitment to social justice extended beyond his political career; he was also actively involved in philanthropic endeavors, supporting causes such as workers' rights and poverty alleviation. Despite facing opposition from powerful interests, Hume remained steadfast in his principles and continued to advocate for the common good. Today, Joseph Hume is remembered as a champion of progressive values and a tireless advocate for reform. His legacy serves as an inspiration for future generations of activists and politicians striving to create a more just society.