Some Attrition, 1915
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Some Attrition, 1915
Austrian Civilian: " Hullo, old man, you look a bit dicky" Austrian Army: " So would you if you d been annihilated about a hundred and twenty-two times" Date: 1915
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Austria Austrian Civilian Personified Ragged Shabby Tramp Attrition
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking print captures the harsh reality of attrition during World War I in Austria, depicting a civilian and an Austrian soldier engaged in a poignant exchange. The ragged and shabby appearance of both figures speaks volumes about the toll that war has taken on them.
The civilian, with a weary expression on his face, greets the soldier with a casual "Hullo, old man, you look a bit dicky." In response, the soldier humorously remarks, "So would you if you'd been annihilated about a hundred and twenty-two times." This darkly humorous dialogue encapsulates the grim irony of war - even amidst devastation and loss, there is still room for camaraderie and gallows humor.
The year 1915 marked a particularly brutal period in World War I, with countless lives lost and cities reduced to rubble. The image of these two worn-down individuals personifies the suffering endured by all those caught up in the conflict.
As we reflect on this powerful image from Mary Evans Prints Online, let us remember the sacrifices made by so many during this tumultuous time in history. May we never forget the human cost of war and strive for peace and understanding in our world today.
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