“The Political Patroclus putting on the Armour of Achilles” from “Fun” (1878)

The Political Patroclus putting on the Armour of Achilles

“Patroclus . . Earl R*ss*ll Hector . . Mr. B. D*sr**L*.”

Fun (4 November 1865): 75

Source: Hathi Digital Library Trust web version of a copy in the Princeton University library.

The cartoon presents Russell, the Prime Minister, donning armor intended for a better, stronger man, preparing to be slaughtered by Disraeli.

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