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Cartoon, A good idea, WW1
Cartoon, A good idea. A French soldier says he has asked his father to write to say he is dead: that way, he will be able to get leave of absence from the Front. Date: 1916
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The cartoon print titled "A Good Idea" captures a clever yet heartbreaking moment during World War I. In the image, a French soldier is seen telling his colleagues that he has asked his father to write to inform them of his death. The soldier's reasoning behind this lie is simple - by being declared dead, he will be granted leave of absence from the Front.
This scene speaks volumes about the extreme measures soldiers had to resort to in order to cope with the harsh realities of war. The use of trickery and deception as a means of managing the unbearable conditions they faced on a daily basis was not uncommon during wartime.
The soldier's blue uniform and helmet serve as a stark reminder of the sacrifices made by those who served in WWI. The cartoon highlights the lengths individuals would go to in order to secure some respite from the constant threat of danger and loss.
This poignant depiction sheds light on the emotional toll that war takes on soldiers, their families, and loved ones left behind. It serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of conflict and underscores the resilience and resourcefulness displayed by those who fought in one of history's most devastating wars.
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