Photographic Print : Cartoon, An easy target, WW1
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Cartoon, An easy target, WW1
Cartoon, An easy target. A German sailor tells his Commandant that a merchant ship has stopped near them. The Commandant replies that in that case hes not likely to miss it. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14240026
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10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's exclusive range of Photographic Prints from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating cartoon, titled "An easy target, WW1" (1916), depicts a humorous yet poignant moment during World War I. A German sailor reporting the sighting of a merchant ship to his commandant, who nonchalantly responds, "In that case, I'm not likely to miss it." This beautifully preserved piece of history adds character and charm to any space. Order your high-quality print today and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
An Easy Target: A Poignant WWI Cartoon from the Trenches of the North Sea This evocative cartoon, titled "An Easy Target," captures the tense atmosphere of the First World War at sea. Dated 1916, the image depicts a German sailor standing at the railing of a ship, peering through binoculars towards the horizon. Behind him, his commandant, clad in a stern uniform adorned with the Iron Cross, leans over a map-covered table, his gaze fixed on the same distant point. The sailor, with a worried expression, announces that a merchant ship has been spotted nearby. The commandant's response, delivered with a casual air, reveals the grim reality of naval warfare during WWI: "In that case, I'm not likely to miss it." The cartoon's title, "An Easy Target," underscores the vulnerability of merchant vessels during this period. With British blockades in place, German U-boats and surface raiders preyed upon Allied merchant ships, often sinking them without warning. This cartoon serves as a poignant reminder of the constant danger and uncertainty that marked life at sea during the First World War. The image's pirate-like overtones, with the German sailor and commandant resembling swashbuckling buccaneers, add a layer of intrigue and drama to the scene. The use of a map and binoculars further emphasizes the strategic nature of naval warfare during this time. Overall, "An Easy Target" is a powerful and evocative snapshot of life at sea during WWI, offering a glimpse into the complex web of strategy, danger, and human emotion that defined this pivotal moment in history.
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