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A History of Irish Political Cartoons

Political satire has been a mainstay of commentary for centuries, allowing for brief but impactful remarks about current affairs, scandals and characters.  And you might think the cartoon sketch is more common in the UK.  However, there is a rich history of cartooning in Ireland, and historian and former public servant Felix Larkin has long been championing the cause...

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15.25 22 Jan 2024


A History of Irish Political Cartoons


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15.25 22 Jan 2024


Political satire has been a mainstay of commentary for centuries, allowing for brief but impactful remarks about current affairs, scandals and characters. 

And you might think the cartoon sketch is more common in the UK. 

However, there is a rich history of cartooning in Ireland, and historian and former public servant Felix Larkin has long been championing the cause...


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