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Memorial to the late Rt. Hon. Joseph Chamberlain
A memorial card to the late Rt. Hon. Joseph Chamberlain (1836-1914). This card was sent by Dame (Cicely) Veronica Wedgwood ) - an English historian who generally published under the name C. V. Wedgwood. Date: 1914
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Media ID 11552678
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Birmingham Chamberlain Cicely Dame Greatest Highbury Honourable Liberal Memory Parliament Radical Veronica Wedgwood Westminster Wreath
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Express your deepest condolences with our Memorial to the Late Rt. Hon. Joseph Chamberlain Greetings Card. This elegant card features a beautiful image of the Memorial to the esteemed statesman, Joseph Chamberlain, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online. Perfect for those seeking a thoughtful and unique way to honor the memory of a loved one, this card carries a rich historical significance. Sent by the renowned English historian, Dame Cicely Veronica Wedgwood, this card is a touching tribute to the legacy of the Rt. Hon. Joseph Chamberlain.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.5cm x 15.7cm (4.9" x 6.2")
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This memorial card is a poignant tribute to the late Rt. Hon. Joseph Chamberlain (1836-1914), a radical and influential liberal politician whose impact on British politics and history is still felt today. The card was sent by Dame Cicely Veronica Wedgwood (1910-1997), an esteemed English historian who published under the name C.V. Wedgwood. Chamberlain, a prominent figure in late Victorian and early Edwardian politics, served as Member of Parliament for Birmingham from 1873 to 1914. He held various cabinet positions, including Colonial Secretary and Secretary of State for the Colonies, where he implemented policies that significantly expanded the British Empire. Chamberlain's greatest achievement, however, was his role in the implementation of tariff reform, which aimed to protect British industries from foreign competition. The memorial card features a photograph of Chamberlain, dressed in formal attire, standing in front of the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London. A wreath lies at the foot of the image, symbolizing the enduring respect and admiration for this great statesman. Dame Cicely Veronica Wedgwood, a historian of great renown, would have had a deep appreciation for the historical significance of Chamberlain's political career. Her extensive knowledge and expertise in British history would have made her an ideal recipient of this memorial card. The card also bears the inscription 'Highbury, Birmingham,' suggesting that it was sent from Chamberlain's former residence in that city. The connection between the two individuals, a historian and a statesman, serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of history and the role it plays in shaping our understanding of the past and the present.
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