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Thomas Brassey, lst Earl Brassey (1836-1918) English Liberal politician and eldest
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Thomas Brassey, lst Earl Brassey (1836-1918) English Liberal politician and eldest
Thomas Brassey, lst Earl Brassey (1836-1918) English Liberal politician and eldest son of Thomas Brassey the eminent railway contractor. Created Earl Brassey in 1911. In 1876-1877, with his wife and four children, he circumnavigated the world in his steam-assisted yacht Sunbeam. Cartoon by Edward Linley Sambourne in the Punchs Fancy Portraits series from Punch (London, 18 June 1881)
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1881 1911 Cartoon Children Created Earl Edward Eldest Eminent Fancy June Liberal Linley Politician Portraits Punch Railway Sambourne Series Sunbeam Thomas Wife World Yacht Brassey Contractor
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The print captures Thomas Brassey, the 1st Earl Brassey, an influential English Liberal politician and the eldest son of renowned railway contractor Thomas Brassey. In 1911, he was bestowed with the title of Earl Brassey. However, this image takes us back to a significant event in his life that occurred years earlier. In 1876-1877, accompanied by his wife and four children, Lord Brassey embarked on an extraordinary journey around the world aboard his steam-assisted yacht named Sunbeam. This remarkable feat showcased not only his adventurous spirit but also his love for exploration and discovery. This cartoon by Edward Linley Sambourne from Punch's Fancy Portraits series in June 1881 humorously depicts Lord Brassey as he circumnavigates the globe. The artwork beautifully encapsulates both the grandeur of his voyage and its lighthearted nature. Lord Brassey's expedition symbolizes a unique blend of ambition, curiosity, and privilege during a time when such global adventures were rare. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and showcases how individuals like him pushed boundaries to explore uncharted territories. This historic photograph offers us a glimpse into the life of an exceptional man who left an indelible mark on British politics while also embracing adventure beyond conventional boundaries.
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