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Cartoon, Grandpas advice, WW1
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Cartoon, Grandpas advice, WW1
Cartoon, Grandpas advice. An old soldier thinks there should be a tax on umbrellas. Date: 1917
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Amidst the chaos and hardships of World War I, life for civilians continued in the streets of France. In this poignant 1917 cartoon from Mary Evans Prints Online, an old soldier, with the distinctive uniform and bayonette of a French infantryman, ponders the world around him. Deep in thought, he suggests a novel solution to the challenges faced by his fellow citizens: a tax on umbrellas. The soldier, with a wistful look in his eyes, watches as a well-dressed couple, oblivious to the war, stroll down the street, their umbrellas held high against the drizzle. The woman's elegant parasol, a symbol of luxury and comfort, stands in stark contrast to the soldier's weary and battle-worn appearance. The cartoon, titled "Grandpa's Advice," offers a poignant commentary on the disparity between the experiences of those on the frontlines and those living in relative comfort at home. The old soldier, having seen the horrors of war firsthand, believes that the burden of taxation should be shared more evenly. As the rain continues to fall, the soldier's thoughts are interrupted by the sound of clattering hooves. A group of cavalrymen, their faces obscured by their helmets, gallop by, their umbrellas held aloft. The soldier's expression turns to one of bemusement as he watches the wealthy riders pass by, seemingly untouched by the war. This powerful and thought-provoking cartoon serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime and the disparities that existed between those at the front and those at home.
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