Victorian scrap - Salvation Army pipe smoker
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Victorian scrap - Salvation Army pipe smoker
Victorian scrap - Salvation Army pipe smoker.
late 19th century
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Irony Pipe Salvation Satire Scrap Smoker Tobacco Whiskers
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Humorous Take on the Salvation Army: A Victorian Scrap Image of a Pipe-Smoking Salvation Army Man This intriguing Victorian scrap image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a delightful blend of irony and satire. The photograph depicts a man in full Salvation Army uniform, complete with a red cap, whiskers, and a serious expression, as he takes a puff from a pipe. The image, which dates back to the late 19th century, challenges the traditional image of Salvation Army soldiers as pious and morally upright figures. The Salvation Army, founded in 1865, was a Christian evangelical movement that aimed to provide social services and spiritual salvation to the poor and destitute. Members of the organization were known for their distinctive uniforms, strict moral code, and fervent evangelism. The image of a Salvation Army man smoking a pipe may seem incongruous with these values, but it is important to remember that this photograph was likely created as a form of comic or satirical commentary rather than a reflection of reality. The use of the pipe as a prop adds an extra layer of irony to the image. At the time, smoking was a common habit among men, but it was also associated with vice and immorality. By depicting a Salvation Army man engaging in this behavior, the creator of this image was likely poking fun at the organization's strict moral code and the hypocrisy of society's expectations. Overall, this Victorian scrap image offers a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of Victorian culture and the ways in which humor and satire were used to challenge societal norms. It also serves as a reminder that even the most revered institutions and figures were not immune to the playful and irreverent spirit of the age.
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