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The Sphere Christmas 1917 cover
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The Sphere Christmas 1917 cover
It was like this, Mother The cover of The Spheres Christmas 1917 issue. An illustration by Edmund Blampied showing a young British officer, home on leave for the holiday period, sitting at his mothers feet on the floor in front of the fireplace. He is demonstrating, with the aid of tongs and other hearthside implements, an action in which he has been involved while at the front. Date: November 1917
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The Sphere's Christmas 1917 issue cover, dated November 1917, presents an heartwarming illustration by Edmund Blampied titled "It was like this, Mother." The image depicts a young British officer, clad in uniform, sitting on the floor in front of a roaring fireplace at home during the holiday season. His mother looks on with pride and affection as he demonstrates, using tongs and other hearthside implements, an action he has performed while at the front. The scene exudes a sense of comfort and relief from the harsh realities of the First World War, which was raging at the time. The officer's uniform and the presence of military equipment serve as poignant reminders of the soldier's experiences on the battlefield. This powerful and evocative image, published in The Sphere magazine, offers a glimpse into the lives of the soldiers during the holiday season and the comfort they found in the embrace of their loved ones. The illustration, with its intricate details and emotional depth, is a testament to the historical significance of the Christmas season during the First World War and the enduring bond between soldiers and their families.
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