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Cartoon, Agriculture -- The Real Unprotected Female
Cartoon, Agriculture -- The Real Unprotected Female -- a satirical comment on the Free Trade policy, which was benefiting the country, but in which the agricultural districts had not yet taken part. A plump female figure representing Agriculture is caught between Lord John Russell (Liberal, on the Free Trade side) and Benjamin Disraeli (Conservative, on the Protection side).
1850
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This satirical cartoon, titled "Cartoon, Agriculture -- The Real Unprotected Female," was published in 1850, during a time of intense political debate over Free Trade and Protection policies in Britain. The image depicts a plump female figure personifying Agriculture, who is caught in the middle between two prominent politicians of the time: Lord John Russell, representing the Liberal Free Trade faction, and Benjamin Disraeli, the Conservative advocate for Protection. The agricultural districts of the country were not yet experiencing the benefits of the Free Trade policy, leaving farmers and rural communities feeling neglected and unprotected. This cartoon cleverly uses symbolism and allegory to comment on the situation, with Agriculture appearing as a vulnerable and exposed woman, caught in the crossfire between the two political heavyweights. Lord John Russell is shown wearing a top hat, a symbol of his aristocratic status and power, while Benjamin Disraeli is depicted wearing a basket on his head, representing his connection to the rural community and the protectionist cause. Both politicians are armed with umbrellas, suggesting their readiness to shield their respective sides from the rain or adversity. The title "The Real Unprotected Female" emphasizes the plight of the agricultural sector and the women who depend on it for their livelihoods. The cartoon's satirical commentary on the political climate of the time serves as a reminder of the complexities and challenges faced by agricultural communities during the 19th century, and the ongoing debates surrounding economic policies and their impact on various sectors of society.
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