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Subject to Correction, 1912. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
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Subject to Correction, 1912. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
Subject to Correction, 1912. Cartoon relating to the Peace Conference held in London in December 1912, to end the First Balkan War. An figure representing Europe closes the door while intensive negotiations proceed in the room beyond, instructing the negotiators; Now then, get on with your maps, and when you ve finished bring them to me and I ll show you where you ve gone wrong!. Less than two years later, events in the volatile Balkans would plunge the continent into the conflagration of the First World War. From Punch, or the London Charivari, 18 December, 1912
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Discussing Discussion Door Doorway Europa Leonard Leonard Raven Hill Listening Negotiate Negotiating Negotiation Peace Conference Raven Hill Allegorical Figure Ann Ronan Pictures Exasperated First Balkan War
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Subject to Correction, 1912 - A Cartoon of Europe's Fragile Peace
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. In this print by Leonard Raven-Hill, we are transported back to the year 1912, a time when the world teetered on the edge of war. The image depicts an allegorical figure representing Europe standing at a doorway, closing it firmly as intense negotiations unfold in the room beyond. With an exasperated expression on her face, this female personification of Europe instructs the negotiators to focus on their maps and correct any mistakes they have made. She holds within her hands both the power and responsibility for maintaining peace across the continent. Little did anyone know that less than two years later, events in the volatile Balkans would ignite into what would become known as World War I. This cartoon serves as a poignant reminder of how fragile peace can be and how easily it can slip through our fingers. Raven-Hill's artistic prowess shines through in his intricate engravings and attention to detail. Through his work, he captures not only historical events but also emotions and concepts that transcend time. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking print from over a century ago, we are reminded of humanity's eternal struggle for peace amidst political tensions. It serves as a testament to our collective responsibility to learn from history so that we may strive towards a more peaceful future.
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