Photographic Print : Wall Game: Why Not War Game? WW1
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Wall Game: Why Not War Game? WW1
Wall Game: Why Not War Game? Three young men taking part in the Eton Wall Game, with a comment that public schools would be wise to spend some time on military training during the First World War. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14146762
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Effort Eton Muddy Privilege Privileged Recruitment Scarf Schools Striped Woollen Woolly
10"x8" Photo Print
Add a thought-provoking conversation starter to your home decor with the 'Wall Game: Why Not War Game?' photograph from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures three young men engaged in the traditional Eton Wall Game, juxtaposed against the backdrop of the First World War. With its intriguing commentary on military training in public schools during this historical period, this Rights Managed print is sure to spark meaningful discussions and inspire reflection. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your living space.
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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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "Wall Game: Why Not War Game?", captures the essence of a simpler time, yet carries a profound message that resonates with the complexities of history. Taken in 1914, the image depicts three young men engrossed in the Eton Wall Game, a traditional rugby-like game played at the prestigious Eton College. Their focused expressions and determined postures are a stark contrast to the muddy, scarfed surroundings, hinting at the harsh realities that lay ahead. As the world teetered on the brink of the First World War, the privileged youth of public schools like Eton were far removed from the impending conflict. However, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the potential for these young men to become soldiers, and the responsibility that their education held in preparing them for such a role. The woolly hats and striped scarves worn by the players bear a striking resemblance to those donned by recruits during wartime, emphasizing the parallel between the Wall Game and the impending war. The title of the photograph, "Why Not War Game?", poses a thought-provoking question that challenges the notion of the idle pursuits of the privileged classes during a time of global crisis. The historical significance of this image lies in its ability to encapsulate the tension between the carefree spirit of youth and the harsh realities of war. As the world prepared for the devastation of the First World War, the education system and public schools were faced with the challenge of balancing the need for military training and the importance of preserving the innocence of youth. This photograph stands as a testament to the complexities of that era, and the enduring impact of history on our present.
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