Home Rule Collection

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Ulster Says No
1st September 1912: Unionists from district Orange Lodges march to the Manor House Grounds, Coleraine, County Derry, in an Anti-Home Rule demonstration. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

The Conference at Buckingham Palace John Redmond and John Dillon 21 - 24 July 1914

MAP: IRELAND, 1893. Home Rule Map of Ireland, illustrated with Irish politicians. Engraving, 1893

Mr. Morley, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England
STC385342 Mr. Morley, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by Hodgson, Walker (fl.1892); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Morley)

The "Big Fellow" armoured car, named after General Michael Collins entering Portobello (later Cathal Brugha) Barracks

Carson addressing Ulster Army, 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
Carson addressing Ulster Army, 1914. Shows Sir Edward H. Carson, leader of the Irish Unionist Party

William O'Brien, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service
William O'Brien, between c1915 and c1920. Shows William O'Brien (1852-1928), an Irish nationalist, journalist and politician who was involved in land reform and home rule in Ireland

Sir Horace Plunkett, 1920. Creator: Bain News Service
Sir Horace Plunkett, 1920

British satire caricature comic cartoon illustration

Actors supporting independence. Elaine C. Smith, Pat Kane and Ricky Ross. 28th February 1992

Edinburghs old Royal High School makes its debut as a mini parliament, 28th April 1980

Guardian William Wallace (Gordon Walker) spears Major Block (Jim Dunsmorg) during a referendum fight in Buchanan Street Precinct, Glasgow, Scotland, 20th February 1979

Office Girls count the results of the Record Referendum, over 45, 475 received at the offices of the Daily Record, Picture Published 29th November 1976

Office Girl counts the results of the Record Referendum, over 45, 475 received at the offices of the Daily Record, Picture Published 18th November 1976

Symbolic Opening Ceremony with 12ft key at the gates of the Scottish Assembly, at Edinburghs Royal High School, with security guards watching through the barred gates, 29th June 1980

Sir Edward Carson, 1913. Creator: Bain News Service
Sir Edward Carson, 1913. Shows politician Edward Henry Carson, Baron Carson (1854-1935)

The North Kilkenny Election--Mr. Parnell Mobbed Whist Leaving Castlecomer, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Mr Mitchell Henry (1826-1910) (colour litho)
612910 Mr Mitchell Henry (1826-1910) (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Mitchell Henry, Home Rule, 19 April 1879, Vanity Fair, cartoon)

Sketches at the Liverpool Election, a Ward Meeting (engraving)
1613861 Sketches at the Liverpool Election, a Ward Meeting (engraving) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Liverpool Election, a Ward Meeting)

The scene of Gandhis arrest in Bombay (colour litho)
2783557 The scene of Gandhis arrest in Bombay (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The scene of Gandhis arrest in Bombay)

Bloody episodes of the uprising in India (colour litho)
2784141 Bloody episodes of the uprising in India (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bloody episodes of the uprising in India)

Family wearing fancy dress (b / w photo)
5217241 Family wearing fancy dress (b/w photo) by Irish Photographer (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Family wearing fancy dress. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Kellys Corner (sepia photo)
STC412016 Kellys Corner (sepia photo) by Irish Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kellys Corner, Dublin, sometimes known as Fort Kelly; During the Easter Rising)

The Passage of the Home Rule Bill from the Commons to the Lords, September 2, 1893, (1901)

Members Of The Ulster Volunteer Force With Mobile Machine Gun, Photographed In 1914 During The Home Rule Crisis. From La Esfera, 1914

CHARLES STEWART PARNELL (1846-1891). Irish Nationalist leader

CHARLES STUART PARNELL (1846-1891). Irish Nationalist leader. Drawing, 1890. Mr. Parnell and members of the Nationalist Party in the House of Commons

Anti-Home Rule
September 1912: An Ulster Anti-Home Rule demonstration at Coleraine, County Derry. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Great Ulster Rally
4th April 1914: The Ulster and South West Ireland Unionists arriving at Hyde Park, London, for an anti-Home Rule Rally. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Anti-Home Rule Demo
September 1912: Armed Unionists marching through Portadown, County Armagh, in a demonstration against Home Rule. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Anti Home Rule
25th September 1912: Armed Unionists marching through Portadown in Ulster to demonstrate aginst Home Rule. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Ulster Larne Demonstration at Drumbeg

Ulster Crisis Colonel F F Hill 1914

The Conference at Buckingham Palace The Speaker, Hon WM Lowther 21 - 24 July 1914

Sir Edward Carson speaking at Herne Hill

Ulster Crisis General Smith Dorrien ( Silk Hat ) and General Grierson. 1914

The Conference at Buckingham Palace John Redmond and his deputy John Dillon 21 - 24 July 1914

Ulster Crisis General Sir Js Ewart 1914

The Conference at Buckingham Palace John Redmond 21 - 24 July 1914

Ulster Crisis Sir John French and Major Watt 1914

On the Grass of Drumbeg Sir Edward Carson Inspecting the Red Cross Nurses

Ulster Crisis Colonel Seely and Colonel Milne 1914

William Ewart Gladstone (1809 - 1898), British Liberal statesman, introducing his Home Rule bill for Ireland in the House of Commons, 1886. Engraving c1895

Germany Offers Homerule
Germany offers Ireland home rule, in the event of a German victory - and in return for Irish co-operation !

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"Home Rule: A Journey Towards Self-Governance and Independence" In the realm of political history, the concept of "home rule" has ignited fervent debates and stirred passionate sentiments. From Ulster's resounding declaration of "No, " to Mr. Morley's thought-provoking illustration in Cassells Illustrated History of England, this notion has left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. The echoes of Doncaster's St. Stephens Review Presentation Cartoon from September 17, 1887 still reverberate through time, showcasing the intricate dynamics surrounding home rule. It was a movement that attracted actors like Elaine C. Smith, Pat Kane, and Ricky Ross - individuals who believed in the power of independence. Edinburgh's old Royal High School took center stage as it transformed into a mini parliament, symbolizing aspirations for self-governance. The Guardian William Wallace (Gordon Walker) valiantly speared Major Block (Jim Dunsmorg), embodying the struggle between those advocating for autonomy and those opposing change. Amidst this backdrop emerged pivotal moments such as when office girls diligently counted the results of the Record Referendum - their actions reflecting over 45 voices demanding self-determination. Symbolic Opening Ceremonies unfolded at the gates of Scottish Assembly with a colossal 12ft key unlocking doors to potential progress. Yet home rule transcends borders; it is not confined to one region alone. As depicted in an evocative colour lithograph titled "Indian revolt spreads from one region to another, " we witness how this idea resonated across continents - igniting flames of liberation far beyond its birthplace. "The Goose that Lays the Golden Eggs, " illustrated on Puck magazine's front cover in August 22, 1883 further encapsulates home rule's allure - promising prosperity and abundance if granted autonomy. And finally, Lloyd George assumes his role as St.