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Sir William Harcourt announcing the resignation of Lord Roseberys government, 1895, (1901)
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Sir William Harcourt announcing the resignation of Lord Roseberys government, 1895, (1901)
Sir William Harcourt announcing the resignation of Lord Roseberys government, June 24, 1895, (1901). British Liberal statesman William Vernon Harcourt (1827-1904) making an announcement in the House of Commons in London. The Liberal government of Archibald Primrose, 5th Earl of Rosebery, was succeeded by that of Conservative Robert Gascoyne-Cecil, 3rd Marquess of Salisbury. Harcourt first entered Parliament as a Liberal Member for Oxford in 1868. He served in Gladstones governments as Home Secretary (1880-1885) and as Chancellor of the Exchequer (1886, 1892-1895). He was Leader of the Liberal Party in opposition between 1896 and 1898. From " The Illustrated London News Record of the Glorious Reign of Queen Victoria 1837-1901: The Life and Accession of King Edward VII. and the Life of Queen Alexandra". [London, 1901]
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The print captures a significant moment in British political history, as Sir William Harcourt announces the resignation of Lord Rosebery's government on June 24,1895. The image shows Harcourt, a prominent British Liberal statesman, making the announcement in the House of Commons in London. Sir William Vernon Harcourt was an influential figure who had served in various governmental positions under Prime Minister Gladstone. He entered Parliament as a Liberal Member for Oxford in 1868 and later held roles such as Home Secretary and Chancellor of the Exchequer. In this particular instance, he played a pivotal role in ushering out the Liberal government led by Archibald Primrose, Earl of Rosebery. The photograph showcases Harcourt standing at the despatch box while addressing his fellow members of Parliament. Behind him are rows of seated individuals listening intently to his words. This visual representation encapsulates both the gravity and significance of this political transition. Following Lord Rosebery's departure, Conservative Robert Gascoyne-Cecil assumed power as Prime Minister. The change marked a shift from liberal policies to conservative governance under Cecil's leadership. This historical snapshot provides viewers with insight into one specific moment within Britain's rich political tapestry during Queen Victoria's reign (1837-1901). It serves as a reminder that even amidst grand narratives and royal events, it is often through these smaller moments that we gain glimpses into our shared pasts and understand how they have shaped our present reality.
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