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Memorial to the late Rt. Hon. Joseph Chamberlain

Memorial to the late Rt. Hon. Joseph Chamberlain


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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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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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