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Professor Henry Fawcett, blind English statesman and economist, 1900
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Professor Henry Fawcett, blind English statesman and economist, 1900
Professor Henry Fawcett, blind English statesman and economist, 1900. Fawcett (1833-1884) was blinded in a shooting accident in 1858. He went on to be appointed Professor of Political Economy at Cambridge University in 1863. Elected to Parliament as MP for Brighton in 1865, he was appointed Postmaster General in Gladstones administration in 1880. A print from The Life and Times of Queen Victoria, by Robert Wilson, Volume IV, Cassell and Company, London, Paris, New York, Melbourne, 1900
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This print captures the remarkable presence of Professor Henry Fawcett, a blind English statesman and economist, in 1900. Despite losing his sight due to a tragic shooting accident in 1858, Fawcett's determination and intellect propelled him to great heights. Renowned for his expertise in political economy, he was appointed as the esteemed Professor of Political Economy at Cambridge University in 1863. Fawcett's brilliance extended beyond academia as he ventured into politics. Elected as Member of Parliament for Brighton in 1865, he later became Postmaster General during Gladstone's administration in 1880. His unwavering commitment to public service earned him respect across party lines. In this portrait, Fawcett exudes an air of wisdom and resilience behind his dark glasses. The engraving beautifully captures the essence of a man who defied adversity with grace and intelligence. As one gazes upon this image, it is impossible not to be inspired by Fawcett's indomitable spirit. This print is part of "The Life and Times of Queen Victoria" series by Robert Wilson, published by Cassell and Company in London, Paris, New York, Melbourne in 1900. It serves as a testament to Fawcett's significant contributions both within academia and politics during the Victorian era.
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