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William Henry Smith (1825-1891)
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William Henry Smith (1825-1891)
863457 William Henry Smith (1825-1891); (add.info.: William Henry Smith (1825-1891), son of William Henry Smith (1792-1865), English businessman and politician. He joined his father's newsagent business in 1846 and introduced the selling of books and newspapers at railway stations. Elected Conservative Member of Parliament for Westminster in 1868. In 1877 he was appointed First Lord of the Admiralty and is caricatured as Sir Joseph Porter who, in the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta "HMS Pinafore", sings I always voted at my party's call, /And I never thought for myself at all./I thought so little, they rewarded me/By making me the Ruler of the Queen's Navee." During his three years is this position he was known as Pinafore Smith. From "The Modern Portrait Gallery" (London, c1880). Tinted lithograph.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38140622
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1880 Balding Bow Tie Businessman Grey Hair Looking At Camera One Mature Man Only Operetta Sideburns Signature The Modern Portrait Gallery Tinted William Henry Smith
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This striking print captures the essence of William Henry Smith (1825-1891), a prominent figure in 19th century British culture. Son of businessman and politician William Henry Smith, he made his mark by revolutionizing the newsagent business with the introduction of selling books and newspapers at railway stations.
Elected as a Conservative Member of Parliament for Westminster in 1868, Smith's political career reached new heights when he was appointed First Lord of the Admiralty in 1877. Known for his role in Gilbert and Sullivan's operetta "HMS Pinafore," where he was caricatured as Sir Joseph Porter, Smith became affectionately known as Pinafore Smith during his time in office.
In this tinted lithograph from "The Modern Portrait Gallery" (London, c1880), we see a distinguished man with sideburns, grey hair, and a bow tie looking directly at the camera. His signature style exudes confidence and authority befitting his status as a leader in both business and politics.
William Henry Smith's legacy lives on through this timeless portrait, showcasing not only his contributions to British history but also his enduring impact on society. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of a man who thought little of himself but left an indelible mark on the Queen's Navee.
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