Cartoon, Victory singing, WW1
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Cartoon, Victory singing, WW1
Cartoon, Victory singing, with happy soldiers walking along a road. A pessimistic civilian man watches them, and comments: Its unbelievable! How can they sing when they know that the Russians are retreating? Date: 1915
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Attitude Civilian Criticism Glum Good Marching Negative News Newspaper Opinion Pessimism Pessimist Retreating Russians Satire Satirical Sing Singing Unhappy Victory Walk Watching Pessimistic Unbelievable
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaos and despair of the First World War in 1915, this satirical cartoon captures the stark contrast between the elated spirits of the victorious soldiers and the pessimistic outlook of a civilian observer. The soldiers, with their rifles slung over their shoulders and smiles on their faces, sing and march along a dusty road, seemingly oblivious to the ominous news of the Russian retreat. The civilian man, standing on the sidelines with a newspaper in hand, watches the scene unfold with a glum expression. His furrowed brow and downturned lips betray his disbelief and disappointment. The headline on the newspaper, which is not visible in the image, likely reveals the grim news that has dampened his spirits. This cartoon, with its powerful use of symbolism and satire, offers a poignant commentary on the human condition during wartime. It highlights the resilience and optimism of the soldiers, who find joy and camaraderie even in the midst of adversity, and the pessimistic outlook of the civilian population, who are often burdened with the weight of the news and the uncertainty of the future. The image is a poignant reminder of the complex emotions and attitudes that characterized the First World War, and the ways in which art and satire were used to reflect and comment on the events of the time. This powerful and evocative cartoon continues to resonate with audiences today, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in history.
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