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Cartoon, The Officious Passenger (Bright and Russell)
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Cartoon, The Officious Passenger (Bright and Russell)
Cartoon, The Officious Passenger -- a satirical comment on the radical MP John Brights attempts to push for electoral reform, for which he is reprimanded by Lord John Russell (Liberal Prime Minister at the time), shown here as captain of the ship. Date: 1866
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The Officious Passenger: A Satirical Comment on John Bright's Pursuit of Electoral Reform in 1860s Britain This intriguing political cartoon, titled "The Officious Passenger," published in 1866, offers a humorous yet insightful commentary on the ongoing debate surrounding electoral reform during the Victorian era in Britain. The cartoon depicts Lord John Russell, the Liberal Prime Minister at the time, dressed in a naval captain's uniform, commanding a ship with John Bright, a radical MP known for his relentless pursuit of electoral reform, portrayed as an officious passenger attempting to take control of the ship's deck. Bright, shown with a loudspeaker or loudhailer in hand, is trying to assert his power and influence over the ship's course, symbolizing his efforts to push for electoral reform despite resistance from the established political powers. Russell, as the captain, represents the traditional political order, attempting to maintain control and stability. The cartoon's title, "The Officious Passenger," refers to Bright's persistent and sometimes overbearing behavior in advocating for electoral reform. The image underscores the tension between the desire for political change and the resistance to it, reflecting the complex political climate of the time. The 1860s marked a pivotal period in British history, as various political factions vied for influence and power. This cartoon serves as a visual representation of the ongoing debates and power struggles that characterized the era, providing a unique perspective on the political landscape of Victorian Britain.
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