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3244718 Blockade against Blockade or John Bull a Match for Boney, 1807 (coloured etching) by Woodward, George Moutard (c.1760-1809); National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK; (add.info.: Caricature published in November 1807 by Thomas Tegg, 111 Cheapside London. A satire on the mutual blockades enforced by Britain and France; Napoleon is shown on one side of a wall looking unhappy with a bowl of Soup Meagre, whilst John Bull is looking satisfied with a table of beef and beer, saying Now Master Boney we shall see who can last out the longest...
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1800s Besieged Blockade Bonaparte John Bull Meagre Napoleon Napoleonic Naval School Plenty Regency Rich Royal Naval Satirical Print Siege Soup Starvation Starving Supplies Blockades Boney C European Economic Community C European Union
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The coloured etching titled "Blockade against Blockade or John Bull a Match for Boney, 1807" by George Moutard Woodward captures the satirical essence of the mutual blockades enforced by Britain and France during the Napoleonic era. Published in November 1807, this caricature portrays Napoleon Bonaparte on one side of a wall looking unhappy with a bowl of Soup Meagre, symbolizing his meager supplies and potential starvation. On the other side, John Bull is depicted as satisfied with a table full of beef and beer, confidently stating, "Now Master Boney we shall see who can last out the longest". This humorous print reflects the political tensions between Great Britain and France at that time. It highlights John Bull's resilience and mocks Napoleon's perceived weakness in handling blockades. The image also alludes to British naval superiority through its association with the Royal Navy. Woodward's artwork showcases his skillful use of satire to comment on contemporary politics. The cartoonish depiction of both leaders adds an element of light-heartedness to an otherwise serious topic. Through this satirical lens, viewers are invited to reflect on issues such as military strategy, national pride, and even cultural differences between England and France. Displayed at the National Museum of the Royal Navy in Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK; this print serves as a reminder not only of historical events but also how art can be used as a powerful tool for political commentary throughout history.
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