Kulture - Mine-Testing at Cuxhaven, WW1 Heath Robinson
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Kulture - Mine-Testing at Cuxhaven, WW1 Heath Robinson
A cartoon by Heath Robinson, in which mines are tested for power by pushing someone onto them. For the test subjects sake, we can only hope that ones a dud. Date: 1914
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Amusing Cuxhaven Heath Mine Mines Robinson Test Tested Testing
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This and thought-provoking cartoon by the renowned British illustrator Heath Robinson, titled "Mine-Testing at Cuxhaven," dates back to 1914 during the early days of World War I. The image offers a satirical take on the dangerous and often haphazard methods used to test the power of mines during this period. In the cartoon, we see a group of soldiers and scientists gathered around a mine, which is situated on a makeshift testing platform. The scene is reminiscent of a circus or carnival, with onlookers cheering and clapping as a hapless test subject, wearing a helmet and holding a white flag, prepares to approach the mine. The expression on his face is a mix of trepidation and determination, as he takes a deep breath and steps onto the pressure plate, triggering the mine. The cartoon's humor lies in the absurdity of the situation, as the test subject's fate hangs in the balance. We can only hope that this particular mine is a dud, and that the test subject emerges unscathed. However, the underlying message is a sobering reminder of the risks and uncertainties faced by soldiers and scientists during wartime. Heath Robinson's "Mine-Testing at Cuxhaven" is a poignant and amusing snapshot of history, offering a unique perspective on the human experience during the First World War. This print, which is available from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a must-have for anyone with an interest in history, cartoons, or the quirks of human nature.
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