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Lloyd George, depicted as a lifeboat sailor, faces opposition to his National Insurance
KDC400211 Lloyd George, depicted as a lifeboat sailor, faces opposition to his National Insurance Act, 1911 (litho) by Raven-Hill, Leonard (1867-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: David Lloyd George (1863-1945) Chancellor of the Exchequer 1908-1915 for the Liberal Government faced opposition to his attempts to improve the life of ordinary working people from many sections of British society, including workers, employers, servants, trade unions, insurance companies and friendly societies; cartoon from Punch magazine November 22, 1911; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 23252076
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In this lithograph print titled "Lloyd George, depicted as a lifeboat sailor, faces opposition to his National Insurance Act, 1911" we are transported back to a pivotal moment in British history. The image portrays David Lloyd George, the Chancellor of the Exchequer for the Liberal Government from 1908-1915, facing fierce opposition to his groundbreaking National Insurance Act. Depicted as a determined lifeboat sailor navigating stormy waters, Lloyd George symbolizes his unwavering commitment to improving the lives of ordinary working people. However, he is met with resistance from various sectors of society including workers, employers, servants, trade unions, insurance companies and friendly societies. This powerful cartoon from Punch magazine published on November 22nd in 1911 captures both the anxiety and determination that surrounded Lloyd George's efforts. It serves as a reminder of the immense challenges faced by those who strive for social change. The artist behind this thought-provoking piece is Leonard Raven-Hill (1867-1942), whose caricature brilliantly conveys both the philanthropic nature of Lloyd George's mission and the turbulent political climate he encountered. As we gaze upon this historical artwork captured by Bridgeman Images' collection today; let us reflect on how far we have come since then while acknowledging that there is still work to be done in ensuring equal opportunities and protection for all members of society.
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