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L'effort de l'Angleterre, 1915. Creator: Unknown
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L'effort de l'Angleterre, 1915. Creator: Unknown
L'effort de l'Angleterre, 1915. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]
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L'Effort de l'Angleterre
EDITORS COMMENTS
(The Effort of England), a powerful and evocative lithograph from 1915, captures the spirit of the British people during the early days of the First World War. The image, taken from "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I" published by L'Illustration in Paris in 1926, shows a line of determined men in various stages of military preparation. At the forefront, a Highlander in full regalia, complete with kilt, sporran, and rifle, leads the charge. Behind him, other soldiers, some in uniforms, others in civilian clothes, march with purpose, each carrying a rifle slung over their shoulder. The men's expressions range from focused determination to quiet resolve, reflecting the patriotic fervor that swept through Britain as the country prepared for war. The print's monochromatic palette, with its stark contrasts of black and white, adds to the image's dramatic impact. The soldiers' uniforms, guns, and other military equipment are rendered in meticulous detail, while the background is kept simple, with a few trees and a rolling landscape suggesting the rural English countryside. The print serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by ordinary men and women during the First World War. It also highlights the importance of voluntary enlistment and the unity of the British people in the face of adversity. The image's enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke a sense of history, patriotism, and the human spirit in the face of war.
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