Lawrence Hardy MP for Ashford
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Lawrence Hardy MP for Ashford
Lawrence Hardy (1854-1933) - Conservative MP for Ashford, Kent. Held his seat at the General Election of January 1910 with a majority of 3544. Date: 1910
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Ashford Bowtie Buttonhole Conservative Dec15 Hardy Lawrence Member Moustache Parliament
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This striking black and white portrait captures Lawrence Hardy, the Conservative Member of Parliament (MP) for Ashford, Kent, in the year 1910. Hardy's successful election campaign in January of that year saw him hold his seat with a substantial majority of 3544 votes. The image showcases Hardy's distinguished appearance, with his neatly groomed moustache and buttoned-up bowtie, which were typical of the fashionable attire of the time for British politicians. The MP wears a red rose in his buttonhole, symbolizing his affiliation with the Conservative Party. Hardy's political career began in 1892 when he was elected as the Member of Parliament for Folkestone. However, he lost the seat in the following election. He regained his footing in politics and was elected as the MP for Ashford in 1906. His tenure as the representative of Ashford continued until his retirement from politics in 1922. Hardy's political beliefs were rooted in traditional conservative values, advocating for the protection of private property rights, maintaining the status quo, and upholding the British Empire. His election victory in 1910 marked a significant moment in Ashford's political history, as he went on to serve his constituents for the next six years. This photograph is a testament to the rich political heritage of Ashford and the influential role that its Members of Parliament have played in shaping the town's and the country's history.
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