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The Spanish-American War, distributing Food to the Starving Poor at Santa Cristina, Madrid (litho)
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The Spanish-American War, distributing Food to the Starving Poor at Santa Cristina, Madrid (litho)
1063467 The Spanish-American War, distributing Food to the Starving Poor at Santa Cristina, Madrid (litho) by Craig, Frank (1874-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spanish-American War, distributing Food to the Starving Poor at Santa Cristina, Madrid. Illustration for The Graphic, 9 July 1898.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23514620
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Baskets Beans Bread Broad Charity Civil Clubs Contributions Detachments Distributing Free Gambling Guards Little Loaves Madrid Mass Motley Occasion Parcel Piece Place Police Pork Potatoes Roll Small Spanish American War Tables Turn Voluntary White Bread Fines Santa Cristina
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This lithograph, titled "The Spanish-American War, distributing Food to the Starving Poor at Santa Cristina, Madrid" captures a poignant moment in history. Created by Frank Craig in 1898 for The Graphic magazine, this illustration offers a glimpse into the dire circumstances faced by the impoverished during this tumultuous period. In the heart of Madrid's Santa Cristina neighborhood, detachments of volunteers and guards gather around long tables laden with food supplies. On this occasion, free distributions are taking place to alleviate hunger and poverty that has plagued Spain amidst the Spanish-American War. The scene is bustling with activity as people from all walks of life eagerly await their turn to receive parcels filled with essential provisions. Amidst hungry crowds clamoring for sustenance, one can see motley groups comprising men and women riding on little carts or carrying baskets. Their faces tell stories of desperation and hopelessness while they anxiously wait for their share of beans, pork, bread rolls, and potatoes - even small contributions make a significant difference in these trying times. Despite limited resources and civil unrest gripping Europe at large during this era, acts of charity like these demonstrate humanity's resilience and compassion. This engraving serves as a reminder that even in times of conflict and scarcity; there are individuals willing to extend a helping hand to those most vulnerable within society. "The Spanish-American War: Distributing Food to the Starving Poor at Santa Cristina" encapsulates both the hardships endured by many during this war-torn period while also highlighting moments where unity prevails over adversity.
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