Chapter 905 - 309, the East Market_2
The Rothschild family, leveraging their status in the financial industry, wielded influence over the financial markets of various European countries. Coupled with their political investments, they became close friends with leaders across Europe.
Thus, members of the Rothschild family typically held noble titles.
But having noble titles alone did not satisfy the Rothschilds. They also aspired to enter the political arenas of various countries, especially a global powerhouse like the United Kingdom.
Ned Rothschild’s father, Lionel Rothschild, had harbored ambitions to join the UK’s House of Commons ever since taking over the British Rothschild operations.
At the time, the UK operated under a constitutional monarchy, with national power concentrated entirely in Parliament. Members of Parliament enjoyed an unparalleled level of social status.
Back then, the British Prime Minister, Disraeli, was of Jewish descent. In order to become Prime Minister, he converted to Christianity. Disraeli was a close friend of Lionel Rothschild.
In truth, given the Rothschild family’s immense influence, it shouldn’t have been difficult for Lionel Rothschild to join the House of Commons.
However, the oath required for MPs upon taking office included the phrase, ’I, in the name of a true Christian, swear to faithfully carry out the duties of a Member of Parliament…’
Such an oath was impossible for Lionel Rothschild, who adhered to Judaism, to recite.
The powerful Rothschild family ultimately managed to sway the British House of Commons to allow Lionel to modify the oath upon taking office. However, this decision was rejected when the House of Lords overturned the bill!