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Christmas Card Cartoon
Tommys Christmas Greeting. A satirical Christmas card from Tommy to his Dear Old Friend Fritz the German soldier, depicting the British Tommy throwing a grenade as a gift
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Media ID 4362401
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Depicting Explosive Fritz Gift Grenade Joke Satirical Throwing Tommy Trenches Ww 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring a touch of holiday cheer and a dash of wit to your home décor with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This offering features the iconic "Tommy's Christmas Greeting" image from Mary Evans Prints Online. This satirical Christmas card design, created in the early 20th century, shows a British Tommy extending a grenade as a festive gift to his "Dear Old Friend" Fritz, the German soldier. Our high-quality canvas prints faithfully reproduce the vintage charm and intricate details of this classic cartoon, making it an excellent conversation starter and a unique addition to your collection. Make your holidays merry and memorable with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This satirical Christmas card from 1917 is a humorous yet poignant reminder of the events that unfolded during World War I. The cartoon depicts a British Tommy throwing a grenade as a gift to his dear old friend Fritz, the German soldier, in the trenches. The explosive nature of the gift adds a darkly comedic twist to the holiday season, highlighting the absurdity and tragedy of war.
The clever use of humor in this cartoon serves as a commentary on the historical context of WWI, where soldiers on opposing sides found themselves in unimaginable circumstances. Despite being enemies on the battlefield, there was still room for moments of levity and camaraderie among soldiers who shared similar experiences.
Through this Christmas greeting, Tommy sends a message to Fritz that transcends language barriers and nationalities - one of understanding and shared humanity amidst conflict. It reminds us that even in times of war, there can be moments of connection and empathy between individuals caught up in larger geopolitical events.
As we reflect on this piece of history captured in cartoon form, let us remember those who served and sacrificed during WWI, while also appreciating the power of satire to shed light on difficult truths with wit and creativity.
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