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Cartoon, The Censor at Work, WW1
Cartoon, The Censor at Work as he is seen by the Press, with a quotation from The Taming of the Shrew: Heres snip, and nip, and cut, and slish, and slash, Like to a censer in a barbers shop. A comment on strict censorship of the press during the First World War. Date: September 1914
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The Censor at Work - A Humorous Take on Strict Press Censorship during World War I
EDITORS COMMENTS
This cartoon, titled "The Censor at Work as he is seen by the Press," dates back to September 1914, during the early days of the First World War. The image offers a satirical commentary on the strict censorship policies imposed on the press during this period. The cartoon depicts a censor, dressed in a military uniform, standing over a newsprint with a pair of scissors in hand. He is seen meticulously snipping and cutting through articles, with a determined expression on his face. The censor's actions are reminiscent of a barber in a shop, as Shakespeare's quote from "The Taming of the Shrew" - "Heres snip, and nip, and cut, and slish, and slash" - is inscribed at the bottom of the image. The satire in this cartoon lies in the juxtaposition of the censor's authoritarian role and the chaotic scene in the background. The editorial office is filled with frustrated journalists, their hands reaching out to grab the papers being cut. The scene represents the intense struggle between the need for information and the government's efforts to control it. This cartoon serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of press censorship during wartime. It highlights the tension between the desire for transparency and the need for national security, a debate that continues to resonate in today's media landscape. The Censor at Work is a powerful visual representation of the role of censorship in shaping the narrative of a major historical event. It is a testament to the enduring power of satire and the importance of questioning the boundaries of information control.
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