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Le defaitisme et les grands proces; l'affaire Bolo: une attitude de Bolo, attentif au... 1918. Creator: Lucien Jonas
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Le defaitisme et les grands proces; l'affaire Bolo: une attitude de Bolo, attentif au... 1918. Creator: Lucien Jonas
Le defaitisme et les grands proces; l'affaire Bolo: une attitude de Bolo, attentif au requisitoire, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Accused Court Case Courtroom Defendant Espionage Financier Jonas Lucien Lucien Jonas Spying Treason Trial
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Le Defaitisme et les Grands Proces; l'Affaire Bolo - Une Attitude de Bolo, Attentif au Requisitoire
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is a poignant lithograph by the renowned French artist Lucien Jonas, created in 1918. The image captures the intensity of a courtroom scene during the First World War, specifically the high-profile espionage case known as the "Affaire Bolo." At the center of the image stands a man with a serious expression, identified as "Bolo." Dressed in a suit and tie, he appears to be a financier or businessman, yet his demeanor suggests a deeper, more complex role. The caption "attentif au requisitoire" translates to "paying attention to the indictment," indicating that Bolo is listening intently as the charges against him are read out in the courtroom. The background of the image is filled with a sea of men in various stages of the legal process. Some are in deep conversation with their lawyers, while others look on with concern or curiosity. The overall atmosphere is one of tension and anxiety, reflecting the gravity of the situation. Bolo's identity and the details of the "Affaire Bolo" are shrouded in mystery. Some sources suggest that he was a German spy, while others claim he was a French financier accused of treason. Regardless of the truth, the image serves as a powerful reminder of the complexities and consequences of war, and the role that individuals can play in shaping its outcome. Lucien Jonas' masterful use of black and white tones adds to the image's emotional impact, creating a sense of timelessness and historical significance. The print, which was published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" by L'Illustration in Paris in 1924, remains a valuable historical artifact and a testament to the power of art to capture and preserve the human experience.
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