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Daddys Christmas Dinner by Samuel Begg, WW1
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Daddys Christmas Dinner by Samuel Begg, WW1
Illustration for the ILN 1916 Christmas number showing a mother and her children packing a special parcel to be sent to her husband at the front. A plump Christmas pudding is being wrapped in a napkin and one little girl contemplates a box of cigarettes ( smokes for Tommy was the fuel of the British Army!), a little boy brandishes a pipe (also in demand) and a plate of mince pies waits to be packed. Date: 1916
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A Heartfelt Connection: Samuel Begg's 'Daddy's Christmas Dinner' (ILN 1916 Christmas Number) Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of World War I, the spirit of Christmas continued to shine through, bringing comfort and joy to the hearts of soldiers far from home. In this poignant illustration by Samuel Begg for the ILN 1916 Christmas number, we witness a heartwarming scene of a mother and her children preparing a special parcel to be sent to their father at the front. The mother, her face filled with love and determination, carefully wraps a plump Christmas pudding in a napkin, while her children eagerly contribute to the effort. The eldest girl ponders over a box of cigarettes, a precious commodity for the soldiers, and the little boy brandishes a pipe, another item in high demand. A plate of mince pies waits to be packed, adding to the festive spread. The scene is filled with sentimental warmth, as the family comes together to send a piece of home to their absent father. The illustration serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the unwavering bond between families and their loved ones on the front lines. This beautiful and evocative image, with its focus on the simple comforts of home, encapsulates the spirit of giving and connection that transcended the harsh realities of war. A true testament to the enduring power of love and family during times of adversity.
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