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Reform and Anti-Reform
Reform Bill - Reform and Anti-Reform - depiction of a naval battle between two ships, with the Reform ship winning. " The Portraits of the King, Lords Brougham, Russell, Grey, the Dukes of Wellington and Cumberland, the Archbishop of Canterbury, &c. may be traced in this Engraving." Date: circa 1832
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1830s 1832 Anti Archbishop Bill Brougham Canterbury Cumberland Democracy Democratic Depiction Franchise Legislation Parliament Reform Russell Symbolic Victory Wellington Winning
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This print, dated circa 1832, depicts a symbolic naval battle between the Reform and Anti-Reform ships, marking a pivotal moment in British history during the 1830s. The Reform Bill, a significant piece of legislation aimed at expanding the franchise and promoting democracy, was met with fierce opposition from those who sought to preserve the status quo. The Reform ship, triumphantly sailing forward, is adorned with the portraits of key figures who championed the cause for reform, including Lord Brougham, Lord Russell, Lord Grey, the Duke of Wellington, the Duke of Cumberland, and the Archbishop of Canterbury. Their visages serve as a testament to the diverse coalition of supporters who rallied behind the Reform Bill. Meanwhile, the Anti-Reform ship, with its battered sails and faltering crew, represents the dwindling forces that sought to maintain the existing power structures. This powerful and evocative image encapsulates the spirit of the Reform Bill debates, as well as the broader struggle for democratic representation in Parliament. The Reform Bill, which was eventually passed in 1832, brought about significant changes to the British political landscape, expanding the franchise and paving the way for further democratic reforms in the years to come. This print, with its intricate detail and historical significance, remains an enduring symbol of the triumph of democratic ideals over entrenched power structures.
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