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Mother O Mine, WW1 postcard, Lawson Wood
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Mother O Mine, WW1 postcard, Lawson Wood
Sentimental postcard showing a young soldier on horseback, thinking of his mother back at home as he goes into battle. Date: c.1916
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This poignant postcard, titled "Mother O Mine" by renowned British war artist Lawson Wood, captures the deep sentiment and emotion felt by soldiers during the First World War. Dated around 1916, the image portrays a young cavalry officer on horseback, deep in thought as he rides into battle. With a tender expression on his face, he clutches a photograph of his mother, her loving face gazing back at him from the worn image in his hand. The horse, sensing its rider's preoccupation, looks back at him with understanding eyes. The scene is set against the backdrop of a war-torn landscape, with smoke rising from the distance and the sounds of battle echoing in the air. Yet amidst the chaos and danger, the soldier's thoughts are consumed by the comforting image of his mother, providing him with a sense of peace and strength. Lawson Wood's "Mother O Mine" is a powerful reminder of the human emotions and connections that existed amidst the horrors of the First World War. The sentimentality of the postcard resonated deeply with soldiers and their families, serving as a poignant symbol of love, hope, and the enduring bond between a mother and her son.
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