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Greetings Card : WWI: KAISER, 1918. It shoots farther than he dreams. Cartoon by John F. Knott, 1918
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WWI: KAISER, 1918. It shoots farther than he dreams. Cartoon by John F. Knott, 1918
WWI: KAISER, 1918.
It shoots farther than he dreams. Cartoon by John F. Knott, 1918
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Media ID 12322631
1918 Cannon Globe Kaiser Wilhelm Ii Knott
Greetings Card Large (A4)
Step back in time with our WWI-inspired greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic cartoon "Kaiser, 1918. It shoots farther than he dreams." by John F. Knott, this vintage design brings history to life. Printed on high-quality cardstock, these cards are perfect for sending a thoughtful message to friends and family. The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand ensures an authentic and unique touch to your correspondence. Add a piece of history to your greeting cards with Media Storehouse.
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 29.7cm (8.3" x 11.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 29.7cm (16.5" x 11.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The print titled "WWI: KAISER, 1918. It shoots farther than he dreams" is a powerful cartoon by John F. Knott from 1918. The image captures the essence of World War I and the role played by Kaiser Wilhelm II, the German Emperor at that time. In this thought-provoking cartoon, we see Kaiser Wilhelm II standing next to a massive cannon with an exaggerated globe as its projectile. The caption beneath reads "It shoots farther than he dreams" implying that the Kaiser's ambitions and plans for war are far-reaching but ultimately futile. The symbolism in this artwork is striking. The cannon represents Germany's military might during WWI, while the globe signifies their global aspirations and territorial expansion desires. However, despite his grandiose visions of conquest and power, the cartoon suggests that these dreams will not be realized. John F. Knott skillfully uses satire to critique both Wilhelm II's imperialistic ambitions and the devastating consequences of war itself. By depicting him alongside such a formidable weapon, Knott highlights how destructive warfare can be on a global scale. This historical photograph serves as a reminder of the immense human cost of WWI and offers insight into public sentiment towards political leaders during this tumultuous period in history.
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