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John Bull goes to war
John Bull going to the Wars (probably the Napoleonic Wars), despite the reluctance of his family. Date: 1805
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1805 Bull Crying Leaving Marching Napoleonic Separation Wars Weep Weeping
EDITORS COMMENTS
John Bull Goes to War: A Scene of Reluctant Farewells, 1805" In this poignant and evocative print, John Bull, the symbolic personification of England and its people, is shown preparing to leave his family and join the military forces in the Napoleonic Wars. The year is 1805, and the tension of impending conflict is palpable in the scene. John Bull, dressed in the uniform of a British soldier, stands in the doorway of his home, bidding farewell to his tearful wife and children. His wife, a picture of maternal love and concern, clings to him, her eyes brimming with tears. The children, too young to understand the gravity of the situation, weep and cling to their father, their faces etched with fear and sadness. The scene outside the house is one of chaos and preparation. Soldiers are seen marching off in the distance, their drums beating a steady rhythm that echoes through the air. Horses and wagons laden with supplies fill the streets, and the sounds of farewells and prayers fill the air. Despite the urgency of the moment, John Bull takes a moment to look back at his family, his heart heavy with the weight of his decision. The print captures the sense of separation and loss that comes with war, as well as the courage and determination of those who answer the call to duty. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by families during times of war, and the enduring bond between loved ones that transcends even the greatest of distances and hardships.
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