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Letter B: Brancardier. Little French alphabet, c.1917 (print)
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Letter B: Brancardier. Little French alphabet, c.1917 (print)
DUV4204576 Letter B: Brancardier. Little French alphabet, c.1917 (print); 30.5x23.5 cm; (add.info.: Hachette and Cie, publisher, Paris, 1917. Illustrations by J. M. Porta. 8 pages. Kapp Printing. Themes: war, patriotism and war seen by children.); Photo © Duvallon
Media ID 38444042
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This charming print of the letter B from a little French alphabet book, circa 1917, captures the innocence and imagination of childhood during a time of war. Illustrated by J. M. Porta and published by Hachette and Cie in Paris, this artwork reflects themes of patriotism and war as seen through the eyes of children.
The image depicts a brancardier, or stretcher-bearer, symbolizing the selfless service and sacrifice made by soldiers on the front lines. The wounded soldier being carried on a stretcher with a red cross emblem highlights the harsh realities of war juxtaposed with the resilience and compassion shown by those who care for them.
Intriguingly designed with vibrant colors and intricate details, this print not only serves as an educational tool for learning the alphabet but also as a poignant reminder of the impact of conflict on young minds. It evokes feelings of nostalgia for simpler times while acknowledging the complexities of wartime experiences.
Through this historical artifact, we are reminded to cherish our youth, appreciate our health, honor our servicemen and women, and strive for peace in a world that has known too much strife.
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