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Wheres The (Irish) Police?, 1870. Artist: Joseph Swain
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Wheres The (Irish) Police?, 1870. Artist: Joseph Swain
Wheres The (Irish) Police?, 1870. This cartoon relates to Irelands recent rise in the levels of agrarian crime and Mr Gladstone muses on whether or not he should take any action. Mr Gladstone, dressed in the contemporary uniform of a chief constable, leans against a wall, with his gun resting beside him. In the background, Irish militants fight bitter battles, and set fire to private property. In fact, a Coercion Bill was put before parliament just a week or so after this cartoon was published in Punch. It was entitled The Peace Preservation (Ireland) Bill and eventually completed its passage through parliament only three weeks later. From Punch, or the London Charivari, March 12, 1870
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Where's The (Irish) Police?, 1870
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is a powerful and thought-provoking print by Joseph Swain that captures the turbulent times of Ireland in the late 19th century. Depicting the renowned politician William Ewart Gladstone, dressed as a chief constable, contemplating whether to take action against the rising agrarian crime in Ireland. In this striking image, Mr. Gladstone leans against a wall with his gun resting beside him, symbolizing his authority and responsibility to maintain law and order. Meanwhile, in the background, Irish militants engage in bitter battles and set fire to private property, highlighting the violence and rebellion prevalent during that era. The timing of this cartoon is significant as it coincided with the introduction of The Peace Preservation (Ireland) Bill before parliament - an attempt to address these escalating issues. Published just weeks before its passage through parliament, this artwork serves as a satirical commentary on Mr. Gladstone's contemplation regarding taking action against such unrest. Swain's skillful engraving technique brings depth and detail to every element within this monochrome piece. From the billowing smoke to Mr. Gladstone's top hat and uniformed attire, each aspect contributes to conveying a sense of urgency amidst chaos. This print not only reflects historical events but also invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as politics, violence, rebellion, and societal unrest - topics that remain relevant even today. It stands as a testament to Joseph Swain's talent for capturing complex narratives within single images while shedding light on important moments in history like never before captured by John Tenniel or Sir John Tenniel themselves.
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