Cartoon, Ten centuries have passed, WW1
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Cartoon, Ten centuries have passed, WW1
Cartoon, Ten centuries have passed. An allegorical female representing the medieval period holds the famous sword named Durandal (or Durendal), from the time of Charlemagne. Another female figure, representing France in the present, holds up another sword named Rosalie. A fire-breathing serpent at her feet wears a German pointed helmet. On a cloud in the sky, Charlemagnes warrior, Roland, links hands with a French soldier. Date: 1916
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Allegorical Allegory Baionnette Bayonet Breathing Bugle Centuries Charlemagne Cloud Clouds Cornet Feet Hands Heroic Heroine Horn Link Linking Passed Pointed Representing Roland Rosalie Serpent Symbolic Symbolism Trumpet Warrior
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Ten Centuries Have Passed: An Allegorical Depiction of the Enduring Spirit of France During World War I This evocative and symbolic cartoon, created in 1916, portrays two allegorical female figures representing the medieval period and France during the tumultuous time of World War I. The medieval figure, dressed in flowing robes and holding the famous sword Durandal (or Durendal), was once wielded by the legendary hero Charlemagne. The contemporary French figure, dressed in modern attire, clutches a long bayonet named Rosalie, symbolizing the resilience and determination of the French people in the face of war. At the feet of the modern French figure, a fearsome fire-breathing serpent dons a German pointed helmet, representing the enemy threat looming over France. Above them, in the sky, the heroic figures of Charlemagne's warrior, Roland, and a French soldier are linked hands, symbolizing the unbroken chain of heroism and bravery that spans the centuries. This powerful allegory, created in 1916, serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring spirit of France and the heroic sacrifices made during World War I. The use of symbolic figures and iconic weapons, such as Durandal and Rosalie, adds depth and historical significance to the image, making it a valuable piece of wartime heritage.
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