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Cartoon satire on Lloyd George and the drink trade
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Cartoon satire on Lloyd George and the drink trade
A cartoon satire on David Lloyd George (1863-1945) and the drink trade, in an echo of David and Goliath. Date: 1915
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This cartoon satire from 1915 offers a humorous take on the political negotiations between David Lloyd George and the drink trade, drawing an intriguing parallel to the David and Goliath story from the Old Testament. In this modern-day retelling, Lloyd George, the small, determined Liberal politician, faces off against a towering giant representing the powerful drink trade, with its barrels of beer and bottles of alcohol. Lloyd George, clad in a suit and holding a Bible, is shown attempting to negotiate a deal with the giant, who dons a helmet and brandishes a tankard and a slingshot filled with "XXX" – a reference to the strong beer brewed by the trade. The biblical allusion adds an element of moral righteousness to Lloyd George's cause, as he strives to regulate the alcohol industry and protect the public from its potential harm. The cartoonist masterfully employs symbolism and visual storytelling to convey the struggle between the political figure and the powerful industry, with Lloyd George's sling and stone symbolizing the underdog's determination and the giant's size and strength representing the industry's dominance. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the political climate of the time, as the government grappled with the complexities of regulating the alcohol trade during World War I. This piece of historical satire is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of food, drink, politics, and the power dynamics of the early 20th century.
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