Punch Historical Archive 1841 - 1992
Digital collection

Punch was a British weekly magazine of humour and satire renowned for its provocative and satirical commentary and full-page political cartoons, often referred to as "The Big Cuts". Also includes the yearly Almanacks containing a humourous review of the upcoming year. Punch captures the changes in British political and social life from the mid 19th century to 1992.

Access

Public note

Access to this collection and more is made available free for residents located in British Columbia and the Yukon, Canada through the Points to the Past gateway.

Content types

Digital collection

Provider

Galegroup

Open access

No

Subjects

History - Europe & the United Kingdom, History - Social & Cultural