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Volunteer Movement, Jones & Family under Canvass, 1862. Satirical print showing a Victorian family playing soldiers for the Volunteer Force, a part-time territorial army
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Volunteer Movement, Jones & Family under Canvass, 1862. Satirical print showing a Victorian family playing soldiers for the Volunteer Force, a part-time territorial army
FLO4995471 Volunteer Movement, Jones & Family under Canvass, 1862. Satirical print showing a Victorian family playing soldiers for the Volunteer Force, a part-time territorial army. Handcoloured etching by John Leech from Follies of the Year, from Punchos Pocket Books, Bradbury, London, 1864.; (add.info.: Volunteer Movement, Jones & Family under Canvass, 1862. Satirical print showing a Victorian family playing soldiers for the Volunteer Force, a part-time territorial army. Handcoloured etching by John Leech from Follies of the Year, from Punchos Pocket Books, Bradbury, London, 1864.); © Florilegius
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This satirical print from 1862, titled "Volunteer Movement, Jones & Family under Canvass," offers a humorous glimpse into Victorian society's fascination with the Volunteer Force. The image depicts a family playing soldiers in a makeshift tent, embodying the spirit of patriotism and duty that characterized the era.
Created by John Leech and handcoloured for added effect, this cartoon captures the absurdity of civilians taking on military roles as part-time members of the territorial army. The exaggerated poses and expressions of the family members highlight the comical nature of their amateurish attempts at soldiering.
Through clever satire, Leech pokes fun at both the Volunteer Movement itself and societal attitudes towards militarism during this time. The juxtaposition of domestic scenes with military imagery adds an element of whimsy to what was otherwise a serious endeavor for many Victorians.
As we look back on this historical moment through Leech's lens, we are reminded of how art can serve as a mirror to society's values and beliefs. This print not only entertains us with its wit but also prompts us to reflect on our own perceptions of duty, patriotism, and family dynamics.
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