Framed Print : Postal censorship during World War 1
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Postal censorship during World War 1
Photograph taken in the Censors Museum which shows attempts which used to be made to smuggle food into Germany through the newspaper post. The package behind is a roll of newspapeers intact; the second is a bag of rice protected by dummy newspapers. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14312596
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Censor Censorship Communication Contraband Control Correspondence Disguise Freedom Interception Letter Letters Limit Limitation Mail Office Postal Smuggling
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image "Postal Censorship during World War 1." This rare photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into history with its depiction of the Censors Museum and the creative methods used to smuggle food into Germany via the newspaper post. Each print is meticulously framed with care, adding an elegant touch to any room while transporting you to a bygone era. Bring a piece of historical intrigue into your home with this unique framed print.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, taken in the Censors Museum, offers a glimpse into the creative efforts made during World War 1 to circumvent postal censorship and smuggle essential supplies into Germany. The image showcases two packages that were attempted to be concealed amongst legitimate mail. In the foreground, a roll of newspapers lies intact, seemingly unaltered. However, upon closer inspection, the second package reveals a more deceptive disguise. Hidden within is a bag of rice, meticulously wrapped and protected by an abundance of dummy newspapers. The First World War marked a significant period of communication control, as governments sought to limit the flow of information and prevent the dissemination of sensitive data. Postal censorship played a crucial role in this endeavor, with letters and parcels subjected to rigorous inspection. The interception and limitation of contraband items were a priority, making the smuggling of essential supplies a dangerous and intricate endeavor. The ingenuity of those attempting to bypass the censors is evident in this photograph, as they employed the very medium used for communication - newspapers - to hide their contraband. The deceptive use of dummy newspapers not only served as a disguise but also added an extra layer of protection, making it more challenging for the censors to detect the smuggled goods. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the lengths people went to maintain connections and provide for their loved ones during a time of war, despite the stringent postal censorship and control measures put in place. The freedom of communication, though limited, remained a vital lifeline for those separated by the conflict.
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