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Invasion, indeed!... 1859
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Invasion, indeed!... 1859
Invasion, indeed! Thats a Game Two can Play at!-Why, to hear these Poodles Talk, one would Think my Bull-dog was Dead!, 1859. John Bull stands by a board displaying bills for volunteers. He is reading a newspaper that relates the rumours that there will be a French invasion of Britain. The rumours had the effect of bringing attention to the fact that the British needed to prepare for self-defence and gave further impetous to the Volunteer movement, then in its infancy. John Bull disparagingly refers to the French as poodles and implies that the only way the French could succeed would be if the British bulldog were dead. As this cartoon shows, the British bulldog, complete with an alertly cocked ear and a menacing set of fangs on display, was very much alive. The man on the right is probably meant to depict the epitome of how a volunteer in the Rifle Corps would look. From Punch, or the London Charivari, November 12, 1859
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Invasion, indeed! Thats a Game Two can Play at!-Why, to hear these Poodles Talk, one would Think my Bull-dog was Dead!, 1859
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is a captivating print that captures the political climate of Britain in the 19th century. The image showcases John Bull, an allegorical figure representing England, standing proudly next to a billboard displaying bills for volunteers. John Bull is engrossed in reading a newspaper that spreads rumors about a potential French invasion of Britain. However, his confident demeanor and the menacing display of his bulldog's fangs suggest that he dismisses these rumors with disdain. In fact, he mockingly refers to the French as "poodles" implying their inferiority compared to the strength and resilience of the British bulldog. This cartoon serves as both political commentary and propaganda during its time. It highlights how such rumors brought attention to the need for self-defense preparations in Britain and further fueled the Volunteer movement. The man on the right represents what an ideal volunteer in the Rifle Corps should look like. The intricate details within this engraving showcase not only historical attire but also symbols of warfare such as guns and knives. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth and intensity to this powerful image. Overall, this print encapsulates an important moment in British history when national defense became paramount due to external threats. It reminds us that even amidst speculation and fearmongering, patriotism prevails as symbolized by John Bull's unwavering confidence in his nation's strength.
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