Radicalism Collection

Brixton purgatory, 1822. Prisoners Theodore Hook, William Cobbett, Henry Hunt and Thomas Wooler on the treadmill at Brixton Prison

William Lovett
3782825 William Lovett; (add.info.: William Lovett - from engraving by A. Harral after Anelay, 1847. British radical, leader of the political movement Chartism)

FE Smith KC, MP on horse, in riding tweeds, bowler hat and boots, outdoor sporting photograph. Captioned, Astride Across Lancashire

Rich Fare, Lloyd George as the Giant Lloyd-Gorgibuster, 1909 (litho)
KDC397324 Rich Fare, Lloyd George as the Giant Lloyd-Gorgibuster, 1909 (litho) by Partridge, Bernard John (1861-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Bull and Lloyd George with the 1909 Budget, 1909 (litho)
KDC397325 John Bull and Lloyd George with the 1909 Budget, 1909 (litho) by Partridge, Bernard John (1861-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Wilkes - from caricature by James Sayers
3787597 John Wilkes - from caricature by James Sayers by Sayers, James (1748-1823); (add.info.: John Wilkes - from caricature by James Sayers)

John Bull, depicted as a camel, is reluctant to carry the new tax burdens imposed by
KDC397323 John Bull, depicted as a camel, is reluctant to carry the new tax burdens imposed by Lloyd George in The Peoples Budget, frontispiece for Punch Magazine, June 30, 1909 (litho) by Sambourne

A Presentation Millstone, Prime Minister Asquith presents Chancellor of
KDC397322 A Presentation Millstone, Prime Minister Asquith presents Chancellor of the Exchequer, Lloyd George, with the Old Age Pensions scheme, 1908 (litho) by Sambourne

The Meeting of the Unions on Newhall Hill, Birmingham, 16th May 1832 (oil on canvas)
BIR2103 The Meeting of the Unions on Newhall Hill, Birmingham, 16th May 1832 (oil on canvas) by Haydon, Benjamin Robert (1786-1846); 71.1x91.7 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; (add.info)

John Freeth and his Circle, 1792 (oil on canvas)
BIR186138 John Freeth and his Circle, 1792 (oil on canvas) by Eckstein, John (fl.1787-1838); Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; (add.info)

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

Harmonious Times, 1895-96 (colour lithograph)
5672878 Harmonious Times, 1895-96 (colour lithograph) by Signac, Paul (1863-1935); 50 x 37.6 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

The Mob of Spenceans Summoning the Tower of London, 1816 (c1890). Creator: Unknown
The Mob of Spenceans Summoning The Tower of London, 1816 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol. V."

The National Convention... 4th of February 1839 at the British Coffee House. Creator: Unknown
The National Convention. As it met on Monday the 4th of February 1839 at the British Coffee House. Meeting of the National Convention of the Industrious Classes at the British Coffee House

Loyal Addresss & Radical Petitions... 1819. Artist
Loyal Addresss & Radical Petitions, or the R-ts most gracious answer to both sides of the question at once, 1819. The Prince Regent standing on a dais

The high-flying candidate, (ie Little Paul-Goose), mounting from a blanket, 1806. View of the hustings in Covent Garden showing Sir Samuel Hood

Grand entrance to Bamboozl em, 1821. Queen Caroline and Alderman Matthew Wood heading a procession through the City, met by a group of Radical reformers

Cockney laureate elected, c1821. Artist: Joseph Gleadah
Cockney laureate elected, c1821. A procession of radicals comprising Francis Place, Joseph Hume, Francis Burdett and Jeremy Bentham (fallen from his pony) being led up Ludgate Hill, London

Hunting a Mare, 1819. An ass, with the profile of Lord Mayor of London John Atkins, flees from Henry Hunt and a crowd of jeering followers

Election fair, Copenhagen Fields, London, 1795. Artist: James Gillray
Election fair, Copenhagen Fields, London, 1795. I tell you, citizens, we mean to new-dress the Constitution and turn it, and set a new nap on it Shakespeare

A discussion at the Eleusis Club, London, c1903 (1903). The Eleusis Club in Chelsea was a radical political club that promoted working class electoral registration

John Bright, British Radical and Liberal politician, 1869. Artist: Carlo Pellegrini
John Bright, British Radical and Liberal politician, 1869. Will the Sentimental Orator be Lost in the Practical Minister, or Will Both be Extinguished?

Edouard Herriot, French Radical politician, playing the piano, 1925. Herriot (1872-1957) was Prime Minister of France three times (1924-1925, 1926, 1932)

Georges Clemenceau, French statesman, 1925. Clemenceau (1841-1929) served as Prime Minister of France from 1906-1909 and returned to the premiership in 1917 during the First World War

Georges Clemenceau, French statesman, 1886. Clemenceau (1841-1929) when he was a member of the French Chamber of Deputies

Georges Clemenceau, French statesman, 1897. Clemenceau (1841-1929) served as Prime Minister of France from 1906-1909. He returned to the premiership in 1917 during the First World War

Mr Brights vindication of the Queen, (late 19th century). John Bright, British politician, making a speech. Early in his political career

Edouard Herriot (1872-1957), French politician, 1926. Herriot was a French Radical politician of the Third Republic who served three times as Prime Minister

Samuel Morley, abolitionist, political radical, and statesman, c1890. Artist: Cassell, Petter & Galpin
Samuel Morley, abolitionist, political radical, and statesman, c1890. Morley (1809-1886) was the owner of a large and profitable woollen manufacturing business which employed thousands of workers in

John Bright, British Radical and Liberal statesman, 19th century. Artist: W Holl
John Bright, British Radical and Liberal statesman, 19th century. Portrait of Bright (1811-1889)

Richard Cobden, British manufacturer, Radical and Liberal statesman, 19th century. Artist: W Holl
Richard Cobden, British manufacturer, Radical and Liberal statesman, 19th century. Portrait of Cobden (1804-1865)

La Grande Colere du Pere Duchene, Franco-Prussian war, 1871. Artist: H Demare
La Grande Colere du Pere Duchene, Franco-Prussian war, 1871. Originally published at the time of the French Revolution, Le Pere Duchene was an extreme radical newspaper that reappeared during

The house at Farnham, Kent, in which William Cobbett was born, 1763 (1834)
The house at Farnham, Kent, in which Cobbett was born. William Cobbett (1763-1835), English writer, champion of the poor and radical politician. Print published London 1834

Richard Cobden, British politician, economist and Lancashire calico manufacturer, c1870. Described as the Apostle of Free Trade

Stay, Prithee, Stay!, 1886. Artist: Joseph Swain
Stay, Prithee, Stay!, 1886. Little Lord Randolph Churchill for the Conservatives, and Joseph Chamberlain for the Radical wing of the Liberals, beg Charles Parnell to keep his seat

Not for Joe!, 1885. Artist: Joseph Swain
Not for Joe!, 1885. Mr George Goschen had been the Liberal governments President of the Poor Law Board. Here he is being wooed by Lord Randolph Churchill of the Conservative Party

An Extra Liberal Dose, 1885. The Conservative, Arthur Balfour, offers a pauper a tonic that he has prepared. In the background

The Service Franchise, 1884. Artist: Joseph Swain
The Service Franchise, 1884. The footman complains to the maid that household servants were not going to be recognised with the right to vote. This relates to the recently introduced Franchise Bill

His Favourite Part, 1871. Artist: Joseph Swain
His Favourite Part, 1871. The Liberal Prime Minister, Gladstone, dressed for Scotland. He is depicted as dancing over swords labelled Radicalism and Toryism

Illegal Printing Press - Revolution of 1905 - Russia
The Revolution of 1905 in Russia - Illegal Printing Press in operation - The lookout issues a warning that the Tsarist Police are approaching

Victorian scrap - Radical press
Victorian scrap - Political Types - Liberty of the Press, Freedom of Speech - Radical Press. late 19th century

We Gladstone / Sword Dance
WILLIAM EWART GLADSTONE Liberal MP and Prime Minister depicted as a Scottish sword dancer, on the strength of his Scottish parentage Date: 1809 - 1898

Thomas Attwood, 1832 (engraving)
XJF115800 Thomas Attwood, 1832 (engraving) by Sharples, George (c.1787-1849) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraved by C)

The Declaration and Standard of the Levellers, April 23 1649 (woodcut) (b / w photo)
XJF105391 The Declaration and Standard of the Levellers, April 23 1649 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A French Radical
A typical French radical

Destroying Documents
Before the house search - Warned of an imminent visit from the police, a Russian subversive destroys incriminating letters and documents

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"Unveiling the Layers of Radicalism: A Historical Journey through Rebellion and Reform" Step into the Brixton purgatory of 1822, where whispers echoed through the cobbled streets. FE Smith KC, MP on horseback, clad in riding tweeds, a bowler hat, and sturdy boots, epitomized the spirit of outdoor sporting revolutionaries. In an iconic photograph titled "Astride Across Lancashire: The New Master of The Constitutional Harriers of Northern Radicalism, " he became a symbol for those who challenged societal norms. Travel further back to Russia's Revolution of 1905 when an illegal printing press served as a catalyst for change. Amidst turmoil and bloodshed, this small machine became a beacon for radical ideas that shook the foundations of power. The Peterloo Massacre in 1819 left an indelible mark on British history. An aquatint captures the chaos and tragedy that unfolded during this pivotal moment when peaceful protesters demanding political reform were met with violence. Similarly, "Manchester Heroes" immortalizes brave souls who fought against oppression during this dark chapter. Lloyd George emerges as a towering figure in our narrative - his litho portraits depict him both as Rich Fare and as the Giant Lloyd-Gorgibuster. These caricatures highlight his role in championing progressive policies while facing resistance from John Bull himself. John Wilkes' caricature by James Sayers reminds us that radicalism is not confined to one era or nation; it transcends borders and time periods. Just like John Bull depicted as a reluctant camel carrying new tax burdens imposed upon him – society often resists change even when burdened by its own weight. In another scene painted on canvas titled "The Meeting of Unions on Newhall Hill, " Birmingham comes alive with fervor on May 16th, 1832.