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WILLIAM III / POSTCARD
KING WILLIAM III Propaganda against home rule in Ireland, celebrating William of Orange as of glorious, pious and immortal memory and victory at the Battle of the Boyne. Date: 1650 - 1702
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1650 1702 Boyne Celebrating Glorious Immortal Memory Pious Propaganda Rule Victory
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This postcard print depicts King William III, also known as William of Orange, in a grand and triumphant pose, commemorating his victory at the Battle of the Boyne in 1690. The image, which dates from the late 17th to early 18th century (approximately 1650-1702), was undoubtedly used as a powerful tool of propaganda against home rule in Ireland. William III is shown wearing a crown and holding a scepter, symbolizing his regal authority and divine right to rule. The inscription at the bottom of the print, "Gloria in Excelsis Deo," translates to "Glory to God in the highest," emphasizing the pious and godly nature of the king. The background features a radiant sun, symbolizing the light of truth and righteousness that William III brought to the realm. The Battle of the Boyne was a pivotal moment in British and Irish history, as it secured William III's claim to the English, Scottish, and Irish thrones and marked the end of the predominantly Catholic Jacobite threat. This victory was celebrated as a triumph of Protestantism over Catholicism, and the image of William III as a savior and a victor became a potent symbol of British and Protestant identity. The postcard's use of rich colors, intricate detail, and dynamic composition underscores the importance of this historical moment and the significance of William III's reign. The print serves as a testament to the power of visual imagery in shaping public opinion and reinforcing political ideologies.
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