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Coxs by Bruce Bairnsfather, WW1 cartoon
When one feels rather in favour of floating a War Loan of ones own. A British officer visits his bank to find out hes rather overdrawn. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14168630
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Bairnsfather Bank Banking Bruce Cash Debt Finance Finances Loan Manager Short
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Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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In the midst of the chaos and hardships of the First World War, even the brave British officers on the front lines couldn't escape the realities of financial struggles back home. In this humorous cartoon by renowned British satirical artist Bruce Bairnsfather, titled "When one feels rather in favour of floating a War Loan of one's own," an officer pays a visit to his bank manager in 1917. With a worried expression, he inquires about his account balance, only to discover that he is significantly overdrawn. The manager, dressed in a stern and formal attire, looks disapprovingly at the officer's empty account, adding to the soldier's anxiety. The cartoon's title plays on the concept of war loans, which were government bonds sold to citizens to help finance the war effort. The officer's predicament serves as a reminder of the financial burdens that the war placed on individuals and families, even for those not directly involved in the fighting. The cartoon's light-hearted tone and clever use of humor provide a poignant commentary on the challenges faced during this historical period. This print, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the daily struggles and experiences of those living through the First World War.
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