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The terror-stricken, horror-smitten ministers advice, or the R[oya]l visit postponed, 1830
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The terror-stricken, horror-smitten ministers advice, or the R[oya]l visit postponed, 1830
The terror-stricken, horror-smitten ministers advice, or the R[oya]l visit postponed, 1830. The Duke of Wellington, attended by Sir Robert Peel, tells the King, William IV, of a dream warning him to postpone the Royal visit to the City, and asks him make an excuse for not attending. The King refuses in suitable terms
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. In this intriguing 19th-century caricature, we witness a pivotal moment in British history as the Duke of Wellington and Sir Robert Peel confront King William IV with urgent news. The scene is set at the Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, where tension fills the air. The Duke of Wellington, known as the Iron Duke for his military prowess, stands tall beside Sir Robert Peel, Britain's Home Secretary. Their expressions reveal deep concern as they relay a dream that has left them terror-stricken. They implore King William IV to postpone his planned royal visit to the City. With great reluctance but suitable dignity, King William IV refuses their advice. Seated on his regal throne, he listens attentively while maintaining his resolve to proceed with the visit. His decision carries weighty consequences that will shape not only his reign but also the destiny of Great Britain and Ireland. This satirical etching captures both political intrigue and personal conviction within its intricate details. It showcases key figures from British politics during this era – Wellington and Peel – who played significant roles in shaping national policies. As we gaze upon this historical print from Heritage Images, we are transported back to a time when power struggles between monarchs and ministers unfolded behind closed doors. The image invites us to ponder how decisions made by those in positions of authority can impact an entire nation's fate.
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