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And no wonder! H. M. Bateman cartoon
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And no wonder! H. M. Bateman cartoon
" And no wonder! THE DEAR OLD LADY (as the recruits march by): Dear me, how the fine weather does bring the young fellows out to be sure!" This cartoon pokes fun at an affluent lady who sees a group of men doing drills and fails to understand that they are volunteers for the army. The theme of the wealthy being unaffected by the war and ignorant to the fighting is a common one in Batemans cartoons during the First World War. Date: 1914
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And no wonder!
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: A Humorous Take on the Oblivious Wealthy Classes during the Early Stages of World War I This classic H.M. Bateman cartoon, titled "And no wonder! THE DEAR OLD LADY (as the recruits march by): Dear me, how the fine weather does bring the young fellows out to be sure!", offers a humorous insight into the societal divide during the early stages of the First World War. The cartoon, dated 1914, showcases an affluent lady, dressed in an elegant hat and coat, standing on a balcony, observing a group of young men engaged in military drills below. The lady, seemingly oblivious to the reality of the situation, expresses her delight at the fine weather bringing out the "young fellows." Bateman's cartoon cleverly satirizes the wealthy classes' detachment from the war effort and their lack of understanding of the gravity of the situation. The theme of the privileged being unaffected by the war and ignorant to the fighting was a common one during this period. The cartoon's title, "And no wonder!", underscores the lady's naivete and the irony of her situation. The young men in the cartoon are depicted as volunteers, eagerly participating in their military training. The use of the term "recruits" in the title highlights the ongoing recruitment efforts during this time, with the enlistment of soldiers being a crucial aspect of the war effort. The soldiers, dressed in their uniforms and focused on their drills, contrast sharply with the detached and unaware lady, symbolizing the stark divide between the classes and their experiences during the war. This cartoon, with its historical significance and humorous commentary on the societal divide during the First World War, offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in history. The image of the "dear old lady" and the volunteers below is a poignant reminder of the complexities and contradictions that characterized the early stages of the war.
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