Photo Mug : Keeping Home Fires Burning
Home Decor From Mary Evans Picture Library
Keeping Home Fires Burning
Humorous depiction of a cheery soldier and sailor home on leave during World War I and feeling that the pessimism of the Home Front, as displayed in newspaper headlines and the long faces of civilians, is rather gloomy and unnecessary
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Media ID 4392027
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Burning Cheery Civilians Depiction Displayed Faces Feeling Fires Gloomy Headlines Keeping Leave News Paper Pessimism Sailor Unnecessary
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
"Bring a dash of wartime charm to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs featuring the delightful image "Keeping Home Fires Burning" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This humorous depiction of a soldier and sailor enjoying a cozy moment at home during World War I will bring a smile to your face as you sip your favorite beverage. Perfect for reminding us all that even in the face of adversity, the power of love and home can keep our spirits high. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your mug collection!"
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
Keeping Home Fires Burning
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a humorous depiction of two soldiers and a sailor, all in uniform and looking jovial, enjoying their leave during the dismal and pessimistic Home Front of World War I. The photograph, taken in 1916, captures the stark contrast between the cheerful atmosphere of the soldiers on leave and the gloomy mood of the civilians and the newspaper headlines that display the long list of war casualties and other grim news. The soldiers and sailor in the photograph seem oblivious to the pessimism that surrounds them, perhaps finding solace in each other's company and the brief respite from the horrors of war. The image serves as a reminder of the human spirit's ability to find joy and happiness even in the darkest of times. The photograph is a historical document that offers a unique perspective on the Home Front during World War I. It challenges the common perception of the era as being uniformly gloomy and pessimistic, and instead, highlights the moments of levity and joy that existed amidst the chaos and hardship. The long faces and somber moods of the civilians and the newspaper headlines displayed in the background serve to underscore the gravity of the situation, but the cheerful soldiers and sailor remind us that even in the most challenging of times, there is always a reason to keep the home fires burning. Overall, "Keeping Home Fires Burning" is a poignant and humorous image that offers a glimpse into the complexities of life during World War I. It invites us to reflect on the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of finding joy and happiness in the midst of adversity.
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