Campaigner Collection (#11)

Moses Montefiore (1784-1885) Italian-born English philanthropist and campaigner for Jewish rights. Here in 1860s with girls of the Isle of Thanet Orphanage, Kent, watched by Mrs Tait

AP (Alan Patrick) Herbert (1890-1971) British writer, humourist and politician. Member of Parliament for Oxford University (1935-1950)

George Lansbury (1859-1940) British Labour (socialist) politician, born in Halesworth, Suffolk. A campaigner for womens suffrage

Caricature - William Eugene Pussyfoot Johnson
Satirical postcard, railing against the arrival in Great Britain of William Eugene " Pussyfoot" Johnson (18621945), a leading American advocate of prohibition

Louisa Twining 1869 Dawsons
A portrait of Louisa Twining from 1868. She became a campaigner for improvement in conditions for workhouse inmates and founded the Workhouse Visiting Society. Date: 1869

Louisa Twining at two-and-a-half
An engraved portrait of Louisa Twining aged two-and-a-half from a miniature by her sister. Twining later became a campaigner for improvement in conditions for workhouse inmates

Samuel Plimsoll, British politician
Samuel Plimsoll (1824-1898), British politician, social reformer and inventor of the Plimsoll line. Plimsoll was a Member of Parliament who was concerned that sailors were being put at risk because

Carl Sagan, US astronomer
Carl Sagan. Caricature of the US astronomer and astrochemist Carl Edward Sagan (1934-1996). Sagan was a consultant and adviser to NASA, and worked on the Apollo mission, as well as the Mariner

Samuel Plimsoll commemorative plaque
Samuel Plimsoll. Plaque commemorating the British politician and social reformer Samuel Plimsoll (1824-1898). Plimsoll is best known as the inventor of the Plimsoll line

Samuel Plimsoll commemorative monument
Samuel Plimsoll. Monument commemorating the British politician and social reformer Samuel Plimsoll (1824-1898). Plimsoll is best known as the inventor of the Plimsoll line

George Lansbury MP (1859-1940)
George Lansbury (1859-1940) was a socialist politician and campaigner for social justice, particularly for the working classes in Londons East End

Carrie Nation, the Saloon Smasher
Carrie Nation (1846-1911), American temperance campaigner known as the Saloon Smasher because of her use of vandalism to get her views across -- she would generally enter a saloon

Thomas Chaloner Regicide
THOMAS CHALONER Anti-royalist campaigner and regicide, painted in the 1630s

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"Champions of Change: A Glimpse into the Lives of Fearless Campaigners" Benjamin Lay, c. 1750-1758. Creator: William Williams Benjamin Lay, a remarkable activist ahead of his time, fought tirelessly against slavery in the 18th century. His powerful words and unconventional methods challenged societal norms and inspired future generations to stand up for justice. Carl Sagan, US astronomer Beyond his groundbreaking contributions to astronomy, Carl Sagan was an ardent campaigner for scientific literacy and critical thinking. Through his popular TV series "Cosmos, " he ignited a passion for knowledge that continues to shape our understanding of the universe. George Lansbury Pamphlet, Smash Up the Workhouse George Lansbury's pamphlet "Smash Up the Workhouse" became a rallying cry for social reform during early 20th-century Britain. As an advocate for workers' rights and welfare reforms, he fearlessly confronted oppressive systems with unwavering determination. John Muir, c. 1917 from a 1909 photograph. Creator: Orlando Rouland John Muir's love affair with nature led him to become one of America's most influential environmental campaigners. His efforts played a pivotal role in establishing national parks like Yosemite and preserving natural wonders that continue to inspire awe today. Ivan Cooper (left), Chairman and founding member of the Derry Citizens Action Committee Ivan Cooper dedicated himself to fighting injustice during Northern Ireland's troubled times as chairman of the Derry Citizens Action Committee (DCAC). He played a crucial role in advocating civil rights while promoting peaceful protests amidst political turmoil. Lesley Abdela Lesley Abdela is an indefatigable campaigner who has championed women's empowerment globally throughout her career as an international gender consultant and strategist. Her tireless advocacy work has paved new paths for women's rights and gender equality.