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Comic postcard, Couple and baby in bed with gas masks, WW2 - calling up notice Date
Comic postcard, Couple and baby in bed with gas masks, WW2 - calling up notice Date: 1940s
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Title: "Awakening to Reality: A 1940s Family's Wake-Up Call" In this humorous comic postcard from the 1940s, a couple, dressed in striped pyjamas, are seen lying in bed with their baby, all wearing gas masks. The scene is set against the backdrop of a World War II calling-up notice, dated in the lower left corner. The husband, with a concerned expression, looks at his wife, who is trying to soothe their crying baby. The couple's exhaustion is evident as they lie in bed, their eyes heavy with sleep. The humor in this image lies in the juxtaposition of the mundane, everyday activity of a family in bed, with the ominous presence of the gas masks and the looming threat of war. The use of gas masks during World War II was a common practice to protect civilians from chemical attacks. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of wartime life and the sacrifices made by families during that era. The artist, Donald McGill, was a renowned British comic postcard creator, known for his humorous and often satirical take on everyday life. This postcard, with its clever use of humor, captures the essence of the 1940s and the unique challenges faced by families during wartime. The image is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity.
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