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Lloyd George faces threats to strike from the miners, April, 1920 (litho)
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Lloyd George faces threats to strike from the miners, April, 1920 (litho)
KDC400240 Lloyd George faces threats to strike from the miners, April, 1920 (litho) by Townsend, Frederick Henry (1868-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: David LLoyd George (1863-1945) Liberal politician and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom for the 1916-22 Coalition Government of the Liberals and Conservatives; the postwar period of 1919-21 saw major industrial unrest and strike action in Britain; cartoon from Punch magazine, April 7, 1920; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22926218
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Coalition Conservative Conservatives Dickens Economy Liberal Liberals Mining Oliver Oliver Twist Parties Strike Strikers Threat Threatening Nationalisation
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The lithograph print titled "Lloyd George faces threats to strike from the miners, April 1920" captures a pivotal moment in British history. Depicting David Lloyd George, the Liberal politician and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during the 1916-22 Coalition Government, it highlights the challenges he faced during a period of intense industrial unrest. In this cartoon from Punch magazine dated April 7,1920, Frederick Henry Townsend skillfully portrays Lloyd George as he confronts an imminent strike threat from miners. The postwar years of 1919-21 were marked by widespread labor strikes and social upheaval across Britain. This image serves as a powerful reminder of those turbulent times. The artist's caricature emphasizes both the gravity and absurdity of the situation. With his exaggerated features and expressive body language, Lloyd George appears overwhelmed by the weighty task before him. The reference to Charles Dickens' iconic character Oliver Twist adds another layer to this political commentary, suggesting that workers are being treated unfairly or neglected. This litho not only reflects on historical events but also offers insights into broader themes such as politics, economics, and class struggle. It is a testament to how art can capture significant moments in time while providing social commentary that resonates with contemporary audiences. As part of Bridgeman Images' collection and now out of copyright restrictions since it is English artwork dating back to almost a century ago (in accordance with UK copyright law), this print continues to be an invaluable resource for historians
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