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Food Shortage / 1919
Children clamour for food in Munich during the severe economic crisis that followed the First World War
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Clamour Crisis Economic Munich Severe Shortage 1919
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our evocative 'Food Shortage / 1919' photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. This poignant image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the desperation of children in Munich during the severe economic crisis that followed the First World War. This rights-managed print is more than just a beautiful addition to your home or office décor - it's a powerful reminder of history and the resilience of the human spirit. Order today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 25.3cm (14" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Cry for Survival: Children's Desperate Plea for Food in Munich, 1919" This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in history during the severe economic crisis that gripped Munich, Germany, in the aftermath of the First World War. The year was 1919, and the once-prosperous city was now reeling from the devastating consequences of war and political instability. The image portrays a chaotic scene of children clamouring for food in the heart of Munich. Their faces etched with hunger and desperation, they reach out to a vendor, their small hands grasping for morsels of bread or other meager provisions. The crowd behind them presses in, creating a sense of urgency and desperation. The First World War had left Germany's economy in ruins, and the ensuing inflation led to skyrocketing food prices and widespread shortages. The situation was particularly dire in Munich, where the Spartacus League, a left-wing political group, had seized power in April 1919, leading to further instability and hardship. This photograph is a stark reminder of the human cost of war and the devastating impact of economic crises on the most vulnerable members of society. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, even in the face of unimaginable hardship. As we reflect on this historical event, it serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing the root causes of food shortages and economic instability, and working towards a more equitable and just world where no one goes hungry.
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