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The Last Crusade by Bernard Partridge in Punch WW1
The Last Crusade. Coeur-de-Lion (looking down on the Holy City). " My dream comes true." Drawn by Bernard Partridge and published in Punch in December 1917, the image is a comment on General Allenbys entry into Jerusalem in October that year, and was treated with suitable patriotism and historical reference by the British press. Date: 1917
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Allenby Bernard Chainmail Coeur Crusade Crusades Jerusalem Jun17 Lion Lionheart Partridge Patriotic Punch Shield Victory
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the historical charm of "The Last Crusade" by renowned British artist Bernard Partridge. This captivating image, published in Punch magazine during World War I in December 1917, depicts King Richard the Lionheart gazing down upon the Holy City with the caption "My dream comes true." Add a touch of history and artistry to your home or office with this high-quality photographic print from Media Storehouse, brought to you exclusively through Mary Evans Prints Online. Our range of prints is rights managed, ensuring you acquire an authentic and legally licensed piece of history for your collection.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.5cm x 25.4cm (7.3" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Last Crusade - A Dream Fulfilled
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In the hallowed pages of Punch, the renowned British satirical weekly, a poignant and patriotic image emerged in December 1917, capturing the collective imagination of a nation yearning for victory in the Great War. Drawn by the brilliant and prolific cartoonist, Bernard Partridge, this evocative artwork, titled "The Last Crusade," depicted a pensive King Richard the Lionheart gazing down upon the Holy City of Jerusalem. The backdrop of this poignant scene was the momentous military achievement of General Edmund Allenby's entry into Jerusalem on December 11, 1917. A triumphant and long-awaited victory for the Allied forces, the capture of Jerusalem marked a significant turning point in the First World War. Partridge's masterful illustration showcases King Richard, resplendent in chainmail armor, holding his sword and shield, his gaze fixed on the Holy Land below. The scene is infused with a sense of historical reference and reverence, as if to suggest that the present conflict was not only a continuation of the noble Crusades but also a means to restore the sacred land to its rightful place under Christian rule. The caption, "My dream comes true," encapsulates the hope and longing that had fueled the British spirit throughout the war. The image resonated deeply with the British public, who saw in it a symbol of their own dreams and aspirations for a victorious end to the conflict. Bernard Partridge's "The Last Crusade" serves as a poignant reminder of the historical and emotional significance of the First World War, a testament to the enduring power of art to inspire and unite a nation.
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