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The Philanthropic Highwayman, Lloyd George with the Old Age Pension Fund
KDC349483 The Philanthropic Highwayman, Lloyd George with the Old Age Pension Fund, cartoon from Punch magazine, August 5, 1908 (litho) by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: I ll make em pity the aged poor! ; David Lloyd George (1863-1945), Chancellor of the Exchequer in the Liberal Government in 1908 introduced the Old Age Pensions Act for people over seventy; Chancellor of the Exchequer in the Liberal Government of 1908-15 and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in the Coalition Government of the Liberals and Conservatives from 1916-22; ); English, out of copyright
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The Philanthropic Highwayman - Lloyd George's Fight for the Elderly
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. In this lithograph from Punch magazine, created by Edward Linley Sambourne in 1908, we witness a satirical portrayal of David Lloyd George, the Chancellor of the Exchequer at that time. The cartoon humorously depicts him as a "philanthropic highwayman" armed with a moneybox and determined to champion the cause of elderly citizens. Lloyd George was instrumental in introducing the Old Age Pensions Act in 1908, which provided financial support for individuals over seventy years old. This groundbreaking policy aimed to alleviate the plight of aged poor people and establish a welfare state financed by the government. The image captures Lloyd George's determination as he declares, "I'll make 'em pity the aged poor!". His caricatured figure exudes both charisma and mischief, symbolizing his radicalism and commitment to social reform. With his bold innovation and liberal ideals, he became one of Britain's most influential politicians. Sambourne's artwork cleverly combines elements of comedy and political commentary. Through this humorous lens, it highlights Lloyd George's role in shaping social provision policies while also poking fun at his methods. The cartoon serves as a reminder that even serious matters can be approached with wit and satire. This print offers us an intriguing glimpse into an era when societal attitudes towards caring for older generations were undergoing significant transformation. It reminds us that compassion for our elders is not just an individual responsibility but also a collective endeavor supported by progressive policies such as those introduced by Lloyd George.
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