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Lieutenant-General Sir George Arthur, 1st Baronet, 1784 - 1854. Lieutenant Governor of British Honduras (1814-1822), Van Diemens Land (now the State of Tasmania, part of Australia) (1823-1837) and Upper Canada (1838-1841). From The Martyrs of Tolpuddle, published 1934
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Lieutenant-General Sir George Arthur, 1st Baronet, 1784 - 1854. Lieutenant Governor of British Honduras (1814-1822), Van Diemens Land (now the State of Tasmania, part of Australia) (1823-1837) and Upper Canada (1838-1841). From The Martyrs of Tolpuddle, published 1934
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1834 18th 1st Baronet Agricultural Arthur Australia Dorset Eighteenth George Governor Labourers Lieutenant Martyrs Penal Sentenced State Tasmania Tolpuddle Trade Union Transportation Upper British Honduras Lieutenant General Nineteenth Van Diemens Land
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This print showcases Lieutenant-General Sir George Arthur, a prominent figure in British colonial history. Born in 1784 and passing away in 1854, Sir George Arthur held significant positions as the Lieutenant Governor of various territories during the 19th century. The portrait captures his dignified presence, reflecting his role as a leader in different parts of the world. Serving as the Lieutenant Governor of British Honduras from 1814 to 1822, he then moved on to Van Diemens Land (now Tasmania) where he governed from 1823 to 1837. His final appointment was as the Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada from 1838 to 1841. Sir George Arthur's tenure witnessed significant developments and challenges within these regions. Notably, he played a crucial role in shaping agricultural practices and labor relations during this period. The image conveys a sense of authority and determination that characterized his leadership style. This historical photograph is sourced from "The Martyrs of Tolpuddle" published in1934, which highlights an important chapter in trade union history - specifically referencing the Friendly Society of Agricultural Labourers known as "Tolpuddle Martyrs". While not directly connected to this particular narrative or commercial use, it serves as a visual testament to Sir George Arthur's influential career and enduring legacy within British colonial administration.
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