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Unprepared For Action But Willing To Fake It
A soldier with a primitive gas mask brandishes a cane as a gun while on guard outside a hospital, Harrogate, Yorkshire, July 1915. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Topical Press Agency
Media ID 12023828
1910 1919 Armed Forces Army Army Home Army Soldier Britain British Military Cane England Black Gas Mask Guard Home Front Hospital I British Mask Military Military Uniform Politics Primitive Single Weapon World War I Yorkshire 1735 Brandishes Harrogate Orig Primitivism
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Add a dash of humor to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the iconic image "Unprepared For Action But Willing To Fake It" from the Fine Art Storehouse collection. This vintage photograph, taken in Harrogate, Yorkshire, in July 1915 by Topical Press Agency, captures a soldier's clever improvisation as he poses with a cane instead of a gun and a primitive gas mask. Each mug is expertly printed with high-quality, vibrant images that bring history to life. Perfect for the history buff or someone who appreciates a good laugh, this mug is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you take a sip.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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Unprepared For Action But Willing To Fake It
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photograph captured by the Topical Press Agency, we are transported back to July 1915 in Harrogate, Yorkshire. The image portrays a soldier from the British Army standing guard outside a hospital during World War I. Clad in his military uniform, he brandishes a primitive gas mask while cleverly using a cane as if it were a weapon. The soldier's resourcefulness and determination shine through as he stands ready to defend his post, despite lacking proper equipment for combat. His makeshift display of strength symbolizes the resilience and adaptability of those serving on the home front during times of war. The composition of this archival photo is strikingly powerful; its stark black and white format emphasizes both the seriousness of the situation and the courage exhibited by this lone soldier. The landscape setting adds depth to the narrative, reminding us that even amidst chaos and uncertainty, life continues in ordinary places like hospitals. This image serves as an important reminder of Britain's involvement in World War I and highlights not only the bravery displayed by soldiers but also their commitment to protecting their homeland. It captures a moment frozen in time - an emblematic representation of sacrifice, duty, and patriotism that resonates with audiences today.
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