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John Bull showing how to make constitutional plum pudding
John Bull showing the foreign powers how to make a constitutional plum pudding. The plum pudding of the British constitution rests on the table cloth of the Magna Charta / Carta, and contains key rights and attributes: liberty of the press, common sense, order, trial by jury, religion, true liberty of the subjects. Other powers such as France and the Catholic church represented by the Pope, have made a nice mess of it. Date: 1848
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1840s 1848 Bull Carta Charter Common Constitutional Foreign Liberty Magna Order Plum Powers Pudding Sense Trial Values Charta
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John Bull's Constitutional Plum Pudding: A Lesson in Liberty and Order (1848) This political cartoon, titled "John Bull showing the foreign powers how to make a constitutional plum pudding," is a visual representation of the British values and the importance of the rule of law during the 1840s. The image features John Bull, a symbol of British national identity, standing proudly over a table adorned with the Magna Carta/Carta, as he demonstrates the process of making a 'constitutional plum pudding.' The plum pudding, a traditional British dessert, symbolizes the British constitution, with its key rights and attributes resting within. These values include liberty of the press, common sense, order, trial by jury, religion, and true liberty of the subjects. The pudding's preparation serves as a reminder of the importance of these principles in maintaining a stable and just society. In contrast, foreign powers, such as France and the Catholic Church, represented by the Pope, are depicted making a mess of their own puddings. This illustrates the chaos and instability that can result when these values are not upheld. The cartoon serves as a powerful commentary on the importance of adhering to the principles of the British constitution and the potential consequences of neglecting them. This intriguing cartoon, created in 1848, is a testament to the enduring significance of the Magna Carta and the values it embodies. It serves as a reminder of the importance of liberty, order, and the rule of law, both in the 19th century and in today's world.
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