Catching German spy in the act 1915

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Catching German spy in the act 1915

Catching German spy in the act.
1915

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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans

Caption Catch Catching Reads

EDITORS COMMENTS
is an evocative and suspenseful illustration that captures the essence of espionage and intrigue during wartime. The image, published by the Illustrated London News Ltd in 1915, depicts a daring scene of a British intelligence officer apprehending a German spy red-handed as he attempts to make off with sensitive documents from the other side of a door. The man's furtive expression and disheveled appearance contrast sharply with the determined and alert gaze of the officer, who clutches a revolver in one hand and a document in the other. The door, slightly ajar, reveals a dimly lit room filled with papers and maps, suggesting the vast amount of intelligence the spy had been attempting to steal. The caption, "Catching German Spy in the Act, 1915," is neatly inscribed in bold letters below the illustration, adding to the sense of urgency and importance. The illustration is a testament to the high stakes of espionage during wartime and the critical role intelligence gathering played in shaping the outcome of military conflicts. With its dramatic composition and intriguing narrative, this illustration continues to captivate viewers over a century after it was first published.

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