Canvas Print : Bystander cover-Derby scheme
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Bystander cover-Derby scheme
An illustration showing the number of men attested in 1916 for the volunteer (Derby) scheme to encourage military recruitment. The lower part of the illustration shows the number of men me who had not already attested, highlighted by the numerical cartoon characters. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14154579
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Bystander Covers Derby Humourous Magazines Numbers Propaganda Recruit Recruitment Scheme Volunteer Volunteering Attestation Attested Attesting Uptake
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Experience history come to life with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring "Bystander: Derby Scheme" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating illustration showcases the spirit of the Derby recruitment scheme in 1916, where thousands of men eagerly lined up to enlist in the British Army. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this iconic image. Perfect for adding a touch of history and character to your home or office decor, each print is coated with a protective varnish and comes ready to hang. Relive the past with this inspiring piece of art and create a conversation starter in any room.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative illustration from the pages of Bystander magazine in 1916 encapsulates the spirit of military recruitment during World War I, specifically the Derby Scheme. The top half of the image showcases the impressive number of men who had already attested for military service, depicted as cheerful cartoon characters proudly displaying their recruitment numbers. In stark contrast, the lower part of the illustration highlights the remaining men who had yet to join the ranks, represented by numerical cartoon characters with anxious or hesitant expressions. The Derby Scheme, also known as the Derby Scheme of 1916 or the "Ballot Scheme," was an innovative attempt to encourage military recruitment in the United Kingdom during World War I. The scheme was named after the then Secretary of State for War, Lord Derby, and aimed to provide an element of choice for those who were reluctant to enlist. Under the scheme, all single men between the ages of 18 and 41 were required to register for military service, but those who passed a medical examination were not immediately called up. Instead, they could remain in civilian life until their number was drawn in a monthly lottery. This humourous and thought-provoking illustration serves as a reminder of the impact of propaganda during wartime and the role it played in shaping public opinion. The Derby Scheme ultimately proved successful, with over 1.5 million men attesting between August 1916 and March 1918. This illustration, with its clever use of cartoon characters and stark contrast between those who had and had not yet attested, effectively conveyed the urgency of the situation and the importance of volunteering for military service during World War I.
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