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Lieutenant-General Sir George Arthur, 1st Baronet, 1784-1854
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Lieutenant-General Sir George Arthur, 1st Baronet, 1784-1854
5614422 Lieutenant-General Sir George Arthur, 1st Baronet, 1784-1854; (add.info.: Lieutenant-General Sir George Arthur, 1st Baronet, 1784-1854. Lieutenant Governor of British Honduras (1814-1822), Van Diemen's Land (now the State of Tasmania, part of Australia) (1823-1837) and Upper Canada (1838-1841). From The Martyrs of Tolpuddle, published 1934.); Photo © Hilary Morgan
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© © Hilary Morgan / Bridgeman Images
1834 18th 1st Baronet Archival Archive Arthur Australia Australia British Honduras Dorset Eighteenth George Governor Labourers Lieutenant Lieutenant General Martyrs North Tasmania Penal Sentenced Southern Tasmania State Tasmania Tasmanian Tolpuddle Trade Union Upper Van Diemens Land Australians
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This striking print captures the esteemed Lieutenant-General Sir George Arthur, 1st Baronet, a prominent figure in British colonial history. Born in 1784 and passing away in 1854, Sir George Arthur held significant positions as the Lieutenant Governor of British Honduras, Van Diemen's Land (now Tasmania), and Upper Canada during his lifetime.
Known for his strict policies and governance, Sir George Arthur played a crucial role in shaping the development of these regions. His tenure as governor was marked by controversial decisions such as sentencing members of the Friendly Society of Agricultural Labourers to penal transportation to Australia for forming a trade union.
In this portrait from "The Martyrs of Tolpuddle" published in 1934, Sir George Arthur's stern expression reflects the challenges he faced during his time in office. The archival image provides a glimpse into the historical context of the 18th and 19th centuries when labor movements and political tensions were on the rise.
As we reflect on Sir George Arthur's legacy today, we are reminded of the complexities of colonial rule and its impact on indigenous populations. This print serves as a reminder of an influential figure whose actions continue to shape our understanding of history.
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