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Cartoon, There are none so deaf, WW1
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Cartoon, There are none so deaf, WW1
Cartoon, There are none so deaf, showing a typical pessimist talking about the war to two women in a restaurant. Surrounding them is a border of barbed wire, keeping out any item of good news. Date: 1915
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Airship Ammunition Armaments Barbed Chatting Chemical Closed Crash Crashed Deaf Ears Glasses Good Mask News Pessimism Pessimist Progress Restaurant Submarine Surrounded Surrounding Talking Typical Warfare Wire Zeppelin
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In the midst of the tumultuous chaos of World War I, a pessimistic man, donning black glasses and a mournful expression, sits in a crowded restaurant surrounded by two concerned women. The ominous border of barbed wire encircling their table symbolizes the impenetrable barrier shielding them from any glimmers of good news. The grim scene is depicted in this evocative cartoon titled 'There are none so deaf,' published in 1915. The pessimist's closed ears and focused gaze convey his unwillingness to acknowledge any progress or victories in the ongoing conflict. The women, engrossed in his tale, appear sympathetic yet anxious, their expressions reflecting the uncertainty and fear that gripped the world during this tumultuous period. The background of the cartoon is filled with ominous reminders of the war: ammunition and armaments, soldiers in uniform, and ominous symbols of new military technologies like submarines, zeppelins, gas masks, and even a crashed plane. The juxtaposition of the peaceful setting of the restaurant and the chaotic warfare outside highlights the stark contrast between the comforts of civilian life and the harsh realities of the battlefield. As the world grappled with the horrors of trench warfare, chemical warfare, and the devastating impact of new technologies, the pessimist's words resonated with many, as hope seemed a distant dream. This poignant cartoon serves as a powerful reminder of the human condition during wartime, and the resilience and determination required to endure even the darkest of times.
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