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Cartoon, The Lancashire Lions (Disraeli and Gladstone)
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Cartoon, The Lancashire Lions (Disraeli and Gladstone)
Cartoon, The Lancashire Lions -- one of many cartoons focusing on the political rivalry between Benjamin Disraeli and William Gladstone. Disraeli had recently given a speech in Manchester, criticising the current Liberal government, referring to its ministers as " a range of exhausted volcanoes". Gladstone himself had given speeches in Lancashire, having been MP for South Lancashire until 1868, when the constituency was abolished and he went on to represent Greenwich. Date: 1872
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1872 Analogy Comment Conservative Disraeli Gladstone Liberal Metaphor Opponent Opposition Parliamentary Punch Rival Rivals Sarcastic Satire Satirical Session Tenniel Tory
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This cartoon, titled "The Lancashire Lions: Disraeli and Gladstone," is a brilliant example of the political satire that dominated the Victorian era's print culture. Drawn by the renowned cartoonist, John Tenniel, in 1872, this image captures the intense political rivalry between two giants of British politics: Benjamin Disraeli and William Gladstone. Disraeli, a prominent Conservative and Tory politician, had recently given a scathing speech in Manchester, criticizing the Liberal government, which was then in power. In his speech, Disraeli famously referred to the ministers as "a range of exhausted volcanoes." This analogy did not go unnoticed by the Liberal camp, and their response came in the form of this satirical cartoon. Gladstone, a former Liberal MP for South Lancashire until 1868, is depicted as the lion on the left, with a smug expression and a cane, symbolizing his political power and experience. Disraeli, on the right, is shown as the other lion, looking tired and defeated, with a volcano erupting from his back, representing the "exhausted" state of the Conservative Party. The cartoon's title, "The Lancashire Lions," is a reference to the political significance of Lancashire during this period. Both Disraeli and Gladstone had strong connections to the region, making it an apt location for this political battle. This satirical image offers a unique commentary on the political events of the time, providing a sarcastic take on the parliamentary session and the opposition between the two political heavyweights. The metaphorical use of lions and volcanoes adds an extra layer of meaning, making this cartoon a fascinating glimpse into the political climate of 1870s Britain.
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