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Cartoon, The British Pioneers (Gladstone)
Cartoon, The British Pioneers -- Gladstone in uniform takes an axe to some tangled tree roots, representing the Army Bill, which proved difficult for his government to carry in parliament. Only the part of the Bill relating to the abolition of the Purchase System went ahead. Date: 1871
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1871 Analogy Comment Complicated Gladstone Legislation Liberal Metaphor Parliamentary Pioneers Punch Purchase Satire Satirical Session Tenniel Trouble Complication Complications
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Discover the rich history of British politics with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic cartoon "The British Pioneers (Gladstone)" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this puzzle brings to life the determined effort of Prime Minister William E. Gladstone as he takes an axe to the tangled tree roots, symbolizing the Army Bill that posed a significant challenge for his government in parliament. Engage in a stimulating and enjoyable puzzle experience as you piece together this intricately detailed image, perfect for history enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This cartoon, titled "The British Pioneers (Gladstone)" from the 1870s, is a satirical commentary on the political complications surrounding the Army Bill during the parliamentary session of 1871. The image, created by the renowned British satirical artist, John Tenniel, for Punch magazine, depicts Prime Minister William E. Gladstone in full uniform, wielding an axe as he attempts to hack away at tangled tree roots. The metaphorical roots represent the Army Bill, which proved to be a significant source of trouble and complications for Gladstone's Liberal government. The Army Bill was a proposed legislation that aimed to reform the British military, including the abolition of the Purchase System, which allowed soldiers to buy their commissions. However, the more contentious parts of the Bill, such as the reduction in the size of the army and the extension of enlistment terms, faced fierce opposition in Parliament. Despite the challenges, only the part of the Bill relating to the abolition of the Purchase System was ultimately passed. This partial success is reflected in the image, as Gladstone seems to have only managed to cut through a small portion of the roots. The cartoon serves as a poignant analogy for the complications and frustrations that often accompany political legislation, and the tenacity required to push through reforms in the face of adversity.
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