An Excellent Royal Extinguisher

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An Excellent Royal Extinguisher

An Excellent Royal Extinguisher. Cartoon of Richard, 1st Marquess Wellesley, as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, extinguishing the Orange Club with the Kings (George IV) giant candle snuffer: " Now my Orange Evangelists, I m down on ye, I ll darken your daylights, I ll prevent yr nocturnals revels, I ll fulfil my instructions by extinguishing you." Date: 1823

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Candle Caricatures Clubs Excellent Extinguisher Extinguishing Giant Lieutenant Marquess Orangemen Snuffer Wellesley

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An Excellent Royal Extinguisher: A Humorous Depiction of Richard, 1st Marquess Wellesley, as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, Extinguishing the Orange Club with the King's Giant Candle Snuffer (1823) This intriguing cartoon, titled "An Excellent Royal Extinguisher," offers a satirical glimpse into the complex political landscape of Ireland during the early 19th century. The image features Sir Richard, 1st Marquess Wellesley, who served as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland from 1821 to 1825, boldly extinguishing the Orange Club with the King's giant candle snuffer. The Orange Club, a secret society of Protestant Orangemen, was notorious for their contentious parades and riots, which often escalated into violent clashes with their Catholic counterparts, the Green Clubs. Wellesley, a British statesman and military leader, was appointed by King George IV to restore order in Ireland following a period of unrest. In this cartoon, he is depicted as a determined figure, standing tall and resolute, as he snuffs out the Orange Club with the monarch's oversized candle snuffer. The caption, "Now my Orange Evangelists, I'm down on ye, I'll darken your daylights, I'll prevent your nocturnal revels, I'll fulfill my instructions by extinguishing you," underscores Wellesley's unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and order in Ireland. The cartoon, created in 1823, is an excellent example of the political satire that flourished during this period. It highlights the tensions between the Protestant and Catholic communities in Ireland and the efforts of the British authorities to maintain control in the face of ongoing unrest. The image is a fascinating snapshot of Irish politics and the challenges faced by those tasked with governing the island during this tumultuous time.

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