Jigsaw Puzzle : Cartoon, A soldiers billet, WW1
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Cartoon, A soldiers billet, WW1
Cartoon, A soldiers billet. One soldier has found a large fireplace in a bombed-out house to sleep in, and imagines that its a four-poster bed. Date: 1918
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Media ID 14352907
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Accommodation Arrangements Billet Sleeping
Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring the enchanting cartoon "A Soldier's Billet" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing puzzle transports you to the heart of World War I, where a weary soldier discovers a makeshift shelter in a bombed-out house. The fireplace, now his bed, becomes an imaginative four-poster in his exhausted mind. Piece together this delightful puzzle to relive the whimsical moments of history and add a touch of nostalgia to your home.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.8cm (29.9" x 20")
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
A Soldier's Dream in a Bombed-Out House, 1918 Amid the chaos and destruction of the First World War battlefields in France, soldiers sought refuge in whatever shelter they could find. In this poignant and humorous cartoon from 1918, a weary soldier, surrounded by the ruins of a bombed-out house, discovers a large fireplace, which he imaginatively transforms into a luxurious four-poster bed. The soldier's fellow comrades, also seeking shelter, look on in amusement at his makeshift accommodation. The image captures the stark contrast between the harsh realities of war and the longing for comfort and home. The soldier's dream of a cozy bed, a symbol of domestic peace and security, serves as a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures that soldiers yearned for amid the chaos of the battlefield. The cartoon also highlights the makeshift arrangements that soldiers had to endure during the war. With traditional military billets in short supply, soldiers often found themselves sleeping in barns, sheds, and even in the open air. The image underscores the ingenuity and resourcefulness of soldiers in creating temporary homes from the ruins of war. The cartoon is a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find joy and comfort even in the most challenging of circumstances. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of soldiers during the First World War and a reminder of the sacrifices they made for their countries.
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