The Debate on Mr. Ward's Resolutions on Colonization, in the House of Commons, June 27, 1839, Containing the Speeches of H. G. Ward . Sir W. Molesworth, Etc

The Debate On Mr. Ward's Resolutions On Colonization, In The House Of Commons, June 27, 1839, Containing The Speeches Of H. G. Ward. Sir W. Molesworth, Etc — Sir Henry George Ward. This book records a parliamentary debate in the British House of Commons concerning Mr. Ward's resolutions on colonization. It presents the speeches of H. G. Ward and other prominent MPs, including Sir W. Molesworth, Henry Labouchere, Lord Howick, and W. Warburton. Ward advocates a reform of colonial land policy, arguing for the disposal of waste lands to fund emigration and to promote colonization, drawing on Wakefield’s theories. The discussion covers the economics of land, the role of government versus private purchase, the use of emigration funds, and comparisons between British colonies such as Canada and South Australia. The dialogue critiques prior land grants, contemplates the convict system, and explores the political feasibility of lasting colonial policies via Parliament. The debate ends with Ward’s resolutions and subsequent replies by Labouchere and Molesworth, offering a snapshot of early Victorian empire policy debates.