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Cartoon, A Modest Boast (Social Science)
Cartoon, A Modest Boast -- Britannia reads the report of a recent Social Science Congress, and thinks that her understanding of the subject is better than some people s, bearing in mind wars and conflicts going on in various countries. The Social Science Congress was held on a yearly basis by the Social Science Association, a reformist organisation founded in 1857. Date: 1873
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- Cartoon depicting Britannia, the personification of Great Britain, casually perusing a report from the recent Social Science Congress with a smirk, implying her superior understanding of the subject matter. The year is 1873, and the Social Science Congress was an annual event organized by the Social Science Association, a reformist organization founded in 1857. Britannia's confident demeanor stands in stark contrast to the ongoing wars and conflicts plaguing various countries both nationally and internationally. The cartoonist's commentary is a subtle yet pointed critique of the elitist attitude towards social sciences during the Victorian era, where some believed that only the privileged few possessed the necessary knowledge and understanding to make informed decisions. The cartoon serves as a reminder of the importance of access to education and the role of experts in shaping public policy, even in the midst of geopolitical turmoil. The Social Science Association played a crucial role in promoting the study of social sciences, advocating for reforms and contributing to the development of modern social sciences as we know it today.
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