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K. R. and A. I. (Illustrated): Purchase of Foreign Literatur
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K. R. and A. I. (Illustrated): Purchase of Foreign Literatur
Three sailors enjoying a copy the magazine, La Vie Parisienne during World War One; not the sort of literature recommended in the Kings Regulations and Admiralty Instructions booklets
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment of respite for three sailors during World War One as they enjoy a copy of the risqué magazine, La Vie Parisienne. The image, titled "K. R. and A. I.: Purchase of Foreign Literature," shows the men engrossed in the pages of the illustrated publication, clearly finding solace and entertainment amidst the chaos of war.
The scene is both charming and rebellious, as it is noted that such literature was not recommended in official military booklets like the Kings Regulations and Admiralty Instructions. Despite this prohibition, these sailors have found joy in indulging in a bit of foreign culture through the pages of La Vie Parisienne.
The year is 1917, and against the backdrop of history unfolding on battlefields across Europe, these men have carved out a small moment to escape into a world far removed from their own reality. Their camaraderie shines through as they share laughs and stories while flipping through the magazine's colorful illustrations.
This print serves as a poignant reminder that even in times of great turmoil, there are moments of humanity and connection that can bring lightness to dark days. It captures a snapshot of life during wartime when simple pleasures were cherished all the more for their rarity.
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