The Missing Mas-Cat by H. M. Bateman
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The Missing Mas-Cat by H. M. Bateman
The crew of a Royal Navy battleship search high and low for the ships cat, which is hiding mischievously in the barrel of one of the large guns. Date: 1918
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Barrel Battleship Crew Hiding Sailor Sailors Search Searching Warship
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaos and intensity of the First World War, even the simple pleasures of life on board a Royal Navy battleship were not to be overlooked. In this delightful cartoon by H.M. Bateman, titled "The Missing Mas-Cat," we see a group of weary sailors gathered on the deck of their warship, searching high and low for their beloved feline companion. With the ship's cat reportedly missing, the crew scours every nook and cranny, leaving no stone unturned in their quest to find their mischievous friend. But as they search, one sailor, with a knowing grin, points to the barrel of one of the ship's large guns. Hidden within, the cat can be seen peeking out, tail twitching in amusement at the crew's frantic search. Bateman's humorous touch adds a lighthearted moment to the otherwise grim realities of life at sea during wartime. The year is 1918, and the Great War is drawing to a close. The crew's morale remains high, even in the face of adversity, as they continue their search for their missing companion. The camaraderie and humor shared among these sailors serve as a reminder of the human spirit that endured even in the most challenging of circumstances. This charming print, with its rich history and timeless humor, offers a unique glimpse into the daily life of a Royal Navy crew during the First World War. The search for the missing cat may have been a small matter in the grand scheme of things, but it serves as a reminder of the importance of finding joy and laughter in the midst of hardship.
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