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Cartoon titled "Overloaded";or the straw that broke the camels back
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Cartoon titled "Overloaded";or the straw that broke the camels back
5308744 Cartoon titled " Overloaded" ; or the straw that broke the camels back by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910); (add.info.: Cartoon titled " Overloaded" ; or the straw that broke the camels back. The cartoon is commenting on the frequent railway accidents of the time. Illustrated by Edward Linley Sambourne (1844-1910) an English cartoonist and illustrator. Dated 19th century
01/02/1880); Universal History Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23607552
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Accident Back British Railway Camel Cartoonist Edward Linley Sambourne Overloaded Political Satire Printed Rail Railway Accident Straw Trains Accidents
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The cartoon titled "Overloaded" or the straw that broke the camel's back, illustrated by Edward Linley Sambourne in the 19th century, provides a satirical commentary on the frequent railway accidents of that time. The image depicts a train overloaded with passengers and cargo, symbolizing the excessive burden placed on British railways. Sambourne, an English cartoonist and illustrator, skillfully captures the political satire surrounding transportation safety. During this era, railway accidents were alarmingly common due to inadequate infrastructure and lax safety regulations. This print serves as a reminder of these perilous conditions and highlights the urgent need for reform within Britain's rail system. Sambourne's artistic style combines caricature and engraving techniques to create a powerful visual narrative. The black-and-white illustration emphasizes both the seriousness of these accidents and their impact on society at large. By portraying a camel carrying an impossibly heavy load alongside a train teetering under its own weight, Sambourne cleverly alludes to the famous idiom "the straw that broke the camel's back". This phrase signifies how even seemingly insignificant factors can lead to catastrophic consequences when added to an already precarious situation. Overall, this thought-provoking artwork sheds light on historical issues while showcasing Sambourne's talent as both a cartoonist and illustrator. It serves as a poignant reminder of past challenges faced by British railways while encouraging reflection on present-day concerns regarding transportation safety.
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