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The first World war (1918). Celebration of the Victory
The first World war (1918). Celebration of the Victory in the Paris streets (November). Illustration by Charles Hoffbauer
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Banner Banners Celebrate Celebration Cheerful Frenchman Frenchmen Frenchwoman Frenchwomen Happiness Jovial Jubilation Parisian Parisians Rejoicing Victory Xeb25 Cheerfulness Europeans Hoffbauer Joviality Rejoice
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"This evocative illustration by Charles Hoffbauer captures the jubilant atmosphere in Paris streets in November 1918, marking the end of the First World War and the beginning of victory celebrations. The scene is filled with a palpable sense of happiness and relief as Frenchmen and Frenchwomen, dressed in their finest, gather to make merry and rejoice. Banners and flags wave proudly in the air, bearing the insignia of the French tricolor and the slogan "Vive la France!" The joyous crowd is a testament to the resilience and unity of the European people during this tumultuous time in history. The illustration, with its vibrant colors and lively composition, transports us back to the Parisian streets of over a century ago, offering a poignant reminder of the power of human spirit in the face of adversity." Charles Hoffbauer's illustration is a historical document that captures the essence of the victory celebrations in Paris following the end of the First World War in November 1918. The scene is a testament to the joviality and cheerfulness that swept through Europe as the long-awaited peace was finally declared. The illustration is a vibrant and colorful depiction of the Parisian streets, filled with Frenchmen and Frenchwomen, all dressed in their finest, waving banners and flags bearing the French tricolor. The sense of happiness and relief is palpable, as the people of France and Europe came together to celebrate their victory and the end of the war. The illustration is a poignant reminder of the power of human spirit and the resilience of the European people during this tumultuous time in history.
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