Sir John Reith - Director General of the BBC
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Sir John Reith - Director General of the BBC
Cartoon portrait, Sir John Reith, 1st Baron Reith of Stonehaven (1889-1971), Director General of the BBC, 1927-1938, depicted here as a giant figure towering over Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London. Date - 1934. Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries. © Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10078709
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1889 1971 Baron Broadcasting Depicted Director Giant Leaning Punch Stonehaven Towering 1927
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Sir John Reith, 1st Baron Reith of Stonehaven (1889-1971), is depicted in this cartoon print as a towering giant figure overlooking Broadcasting House on Portland Place, London. Having served as the Director-General of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) from 1927 to 1938, Reith played a pivotal role in shaping the early years of British broadcasting. The image, dated 1934, captures Reith's larger-than-life presence and his significant influence on the BBC. With a determined expression and a firm grip on the BBC microphone, he leans over the iconic building, symbolizing his leadership and commitment to the organization. Born in 1889, Reith began his career in journalism before joining the BBC. Under his direction, the BBC expanded its programming and reach, introducing new genres and formats that would become staples of British broadcasting. He was also instrumental in establishing the BBC as a public service broadcaster, committed to providing informative, educational, and entertaining content for the British public. Reith's tenure at the BBC was marked by controversy and innovation. He faced criticism for his authoritarian management style and his attempts to control the content of BBC programming. However, he also oversaw the introduction of groundbreaking programs, such as the BBC Symphony Orchestra and the first regular television broadcasts. After leaving the BBC in 1938, Reith was appointed to the House of Lords as Baron Reith of Stonehaven. He continued to be involved in media and broadcasting, serving as the first Chairman of the Independent Television Authority and playing a role in the establishment of ITV. This cartoon print offers a unique and humorous perspective on the larger-than-life figure of Sir John Reith, a pioneering figure in the history of British broadcasting.
Framed Prints of Sir John Reith - Director General of the BBC
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