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The Prodigals Return, 1924 (engraving)
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The Prodigals Return, 1924 (engraving)
3471673 The Prodigals Return, 1924 (engraving) by Partridge, Bernard John (1861-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winston Churchill: H m - not quite so fatted perhpas as it might be but still - a calf Punch 1st October 1924
Exiled from Parliament after losing his Liberal seat in Dundee, Churchills first contest as an " Independent Anti-Socialist" was a narrow March 1924 by-election loss in the Westminster Abbey constituency, but he won Epping as a Constitutionalist in the October Election and Tory Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin asked him to become Chancellor of the Exchequer. Churchill commented " Anyone can rat, but it takes a certain ingenuity to re-rat." ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 25190732
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1924 Calf Churchill Conservatives General Election House Of Commons Liberal Loyal Loyalty Member Parliament Prodigal Son Punch Ratting Strategic Strategy Tory Turncoat Westminster Winston Churchill Fatted Calf
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The Prodigal's Return, 1924
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is a captivating engraving by Bernard John Partridge that captures the political journey of Winston Churchill. In this satirical cartoon, Churchill is depicted as the prodigal son returning to the House of Commons after being exiled from Parliament. The image portrays Churchill as a calf, symbolizing his return and redemption in British politics. Although not quite as fatted as it could be, he still stands strong and determined. The caption refers to a famous Punch magazine quote from October 1924: "H m - not quite so fatted perhaps as it might be but still - a calf". This phrase highlights Churchill's resilience and ability to adapt. After losing his Liberal seat in Dundee, Churchill participated in several elections before finding success. He first contested as an "Independent Anti-Socialist" candidate in March 1924 but narrowly lost. However, he emerged victorious later that year when he won Epping as a Constitutionalist during the general election. Churchill's political maneuvering did not go unnoticed; hence his comment about re-ratting with ingenuity. His willingness to change parties strategically earned him both admiration and criticism throughout his career. This engraving reflects the complexities of party politics and loyalty while showcasing Churchill's determination to make his mark on British history. It serves as a reminder of how politicians can evolve over time and navigate their way back into power through strategic decisions.
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