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Two Forces: Irish Land League outlawed. Britannia protects Hibernia (Ireland
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Two Forces: Irish Land League outlawed. Britannia protects Hibernia (Ireland
527702 Two Forces: Irish Land League outlawed. Britannia protects Hibernia (Ireland) with the Force of Law against the Force of Anarchy. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, London, 29 October 1881. by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); Universal History Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22691836
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1881 Anarchy Britannia Force Forces Hibernia John Land League Nationalism October Outlawed Punch Tenniel Protects
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The powerful political cartoon, "Two Forces: Irish Land League outlawed. Britannia protects Hibernia (Ireland)" captures the turbulent times of 19th century Ireland and Britain. Created by renowned artist John Tenniel for Punch magazine in London on October 29,1881, this print depicts a clash between two opposing forces. In the foreground stands Britannia, symbolizing the might of the British Empire. Clad in her iconic armor and holding a shield emblazoned with the Union Jack, she represents law and order. Her presence signifies England's determination to protect Hibernia (Ireland) from chaos and anarchy. On the other side of the image looms a menacing figure representing the Irish Land League – a nationalist organization advocating for land reform and tenant rights during this period. This force is depicted as anarchic, threatening to disrupt peace and stability. Tenniel's illustration highlights the tension between these two conflicting ideologies: one seeking justice through legal means while another resorting to disorderly methods. The cartoon serves as commentary on Ireland's struggle for independence within British rule. This historic artwork offers valuable insight into both political sentiments of its time and Tenniel's skillful ability to convey complex ideas through visual storytelling. Preserved by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, it continues to serve as a reminder of Ireland's fight for autonomy amidst a backdrop of colonial power dynamics in 19th-century Europe.
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