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Cartoon, The Rising Generation -- In Parliament
Cartoon, The Rising Generation -- In Parliament. A satirical comment on conflicts within the Conservative Party over Sir Robert Peels repeal of the Corn Laws. Benjamin Disraeli was part of a small splinter group opposing Peels policies.
1847
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The Rising Generation -- In Parliament
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is a satirical cartoon from the 1840s, depicting a pivotal moment in British politics during Sir Robert Peel's tenure as Prime Minister. The cartoon, published in 1847, highlights the internal conflicts within the Conservative Party over Peel's controversial decision to repeal the Corn Laws. At the center of the image, Benjamin Disraeli, a prominent Conservative MP and future Prime Minister, is shown as a tall, plump, and juvenile boy wearing a top hat, standing in opposition to Peel, represented as a large, smash-handed, and plump man wearing a small top hat and labeled as the "PM." Disraeli, with a determined expression, is seen attempting to smash a parliamentary session in progress with a large hammer, symbolizing his opposition to Peel's policies. The cartoon's title, "The Rising Generation," refers to the younger, more radical members of the Conservative Party, who were opposed to Peel's repeal of the Corn Laws. The cartoon also includes other members of the opposition, including a short, Semitic-looking boy labeled as "Disraeli's friend," which may reflect anti-Semitic undertones common during this period. The Corn Laws, protective tariffs on imported grain, were a contentious issue in British politics, with supporters arguing that they protected domestic farmers and the agrarian economy, while opponents believed they raised food prices and hurt consumers. Peel's decision to repeal the Corn Laws in 1846 was a significant turning point in British politics, leading to the split of the Conservative Party and the rise of the Protectionist movement. This cartoon provides a humorous yet insightful commentary on the political climate of the time and the conflicts within the Conservative Party over the repeal of the Corn Laws. It is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the complexities of British politics during the early Victorian era.
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