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Presentation of the Freedom of the City of Glasgow to the Rt. Hon. W.E. Gladstone...City Hall, 1865. Creator: Unknown
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Presentation of the Freedom of the City of Glasgow to the Rt. Hon. W.E. Gladstone...City Hall, 1865. Creator: Unknown
Presentation of the Freedom of the City of Glasgow to the Rt. Hon. W.E. Gladstone, in the City Hall, 1865. 'The hall was, of course, filled with spectators in every part...At two o'clock Mr. Gladstone [Chancellor of the Exchequer and future Prime Minister], accompanied by the Lord Provost, appeared on the platform, and was received with loud and continuous cheering. The Lord Provost, in presenting the freedom of the city to the right hon. gentleman, referred to the distinguished services which Mr. Gladstone had rendered to the country, and the important changes which he had effected in our financial system for the relief of our home trade and manufactures. An address having been read by the Town Clerk, the freedom of the city, inclosed in a massive gold box...was presented by the Lord Provost to the right hon. gentleman, who, on receiving it, warmly shook hands with the chief magistrate, and then turned to address the meeting, by whom he was received with loud and long-continued cheering. The audience rose to greet him, and for some moments there was a complete ovation, the ladies in the gallery waving their handkerchiefs, and the gentlemen their hats. Silence having at length been restored, Mr. Gladstone delivered his speech'. From "Illustrated London News", 1865
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A Moment of Triumph - The Presentation of Freedom to Glasgow's Honored Son
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In this historic photograph, a sea of faces fills City Hall in Glasgow as Right Honourable William Ewart Gladstone receives the Freedom of the City on October 12, 1865. As Chancellor of the Exchequer and future Prime Minister, Gladstone was celebrated for his pivotal role in shaping Britain's financial system and alleviating struggles faced by home trade and manufacturing industries.
As Lord Provost presents the freedom to Gladstone, a sense of pride and accomplishment permeates the air. The crowd erupts into thunderous applause as the Right Honourable gentleman warmly shakes hands with Glasgow's chief magistrate, his face aglow with gratitude. Turning to address the assembly, he is met with sustained cheers and ovations from all corners of City Hall.
The photograph captures a pivotal moment in history when Gladstone was hailed for his tireless efforts on behalf of Scotland and Britain as a whole. This iconic image serves as a testament to Glasgow's enduring spirit and its deep appreciation for those who have made significant contributions to the city's prosperity.
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