Zeppelin raids, World War I poster
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Zeppelin raids, World War I poster
Zeppelin raids, World War I poster. Zeppelins, a German design of airship that flew commercially from 1910, were used mainly for reconnaissance during the First World War, but also for bombing raids. The first raid of the UK on the night of 19-20 January 1915, killed four people in Norfolk. The number of raids decreased as the war came to an end and air defences improved, but over 50 raids killed hundreds. This poster, titled The Zeppelin Raids: The Vow of Vengeance, was drawn in 1915 for The Daily Chronicle by British artist Frank William Brangwyn (1867-1956), here Associate Member of the Royal Academy (ARA)
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1900s 1915 Aerial Airship Anger Angry Aviation Bomb Caption Casualty Child Civilian Dead Death Distress Emotion Emotional German Killed Military Mourning Norfolk Poster Printed Propaganda Shouting Soldier Text The Great War Threatening Warfare Wartime World War 1 World War I World War One Zeppelin Bombed Bombing Frank Brangwyn Frank William Brangwyn Raid Revenge Social History
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This powerful print captures the intensity and devastation of Zeppelin raids during World War I. The image showcases a British poster titled "The Zeppelin Raids: The Vow of Vengeance" created by renowned artist Frank William Brangwyn in 1915 for The Daily Chronicle. Brangwyn, an Associate Member of the Royal Academy, skillfully depicts the anger and determination felt by the British people in response to these terrifying attacks. Zeppelins, German-designed airships initially used for commercial purposes, were repurposed as instruments of war during this tumultuous time. While primarily utilized for reconnaissance missions, they also carried out bombing raids that caused immense destruction. The first raid on UK soil occurred on January 19-20,1915, claiming four lives in Norfolk. As air defenses improved over time and the war neared its end, the frequency of these devastating raids decreased but not before hundreds lost their lives in over 50 attacks. This historical artwork serves as a poignant reminder of the civilian casualties inflicted by technological advancements in warfare. It portrays a united front against Germany's aerial aggression with both men and women shown shouting angrily at the sky while shaking their fists – a symbol of defiance amidst grief and mourning. "The Zeppelin Raids: The Vow of Vengeance" stands as a testament to propaganda efforts during World War I, highlighting Britain's resolve to retaliate against such atrocities. This image provides us with valuable insight into social history from this era while honoring those who suffered due to these relentless bombings.
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