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The Hopeless Dawn - cartoon from the Gallipoli campaign of 1915 published in The Anzac Book, 1916 (litho)
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The Hopeless Dawn - cartoon from the Gallipoli campaign of 1915 published in The Anzac Book, 1916 (litho)
701940 The Hopeless Dawn - cartoon from the Gallipoli campaign of 1915 published in The Anzac Book, 1916 (litho) by Barker, David C. (1888-1946); Private Collection; Peter Newark Military Pictures; Australian, out of copyright
Media ID 25189322
© Peter Newark Military Pictures / Bridgeman Images
1914 18 1st World War Anzac Attention Coats Dardanelles Dawn Gallipoli Hopeless Morning Rifles Sleepy Tired Yawn Yawning 1914 1918 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One Australian And New Zealand Army Corps First World War 1914 1918 Great War Trench Coat
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The Hopeless Dawn - A Glimpse into the Exhaustion of Gallipoli Soldiers
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This lithograph, titled "The Hopeless Dawn" offers a poignant glimpse into the weariness and despair experienced by soldiers during the Gallipoli campaign of 1915. Published in The Anzac Book in 1916, this cartoon by David C. Barker captures the essence of early morning fatigue and resignation. In this scene, we witness a group of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) soldiers standing to attention at dawn. Clad in their trench coats, these weary men are depicted with rifles slung over their shoulders as they battle against sleepiness. One soldier is caught mid-yawn, his tiredness evident on his face. The artist's skillful use of caricature emphasizes not only physical exhaustion but also the mental toll that war takes on individuals. The cartoon serves as a reminder that even amidst great conflict, moments like these reveal vulnerability and humanity. As we observe this snapshot from history, it becomes clear that these brave soldiers faced immense challenges day after day while serving their countries. Their determination to persevere despite overwhelming odds is truly commendable. "The Hopeless Dawn" stands as an enduring testament to those who fought in World War I – a powerful visual representation of the sacrifices made by countless individuals during one of history's most devastating conflicts.
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