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Shall I Be An Angel, Daddy? (b / w photo)
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Shall I Be An Angel, Daddy? (b / w photo)
3093534 Shall I Be An Angel, Daddy? (b/w photo) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shall I Be An Angel, Daddy? Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
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Accordion Bavarian Beer Beer Booze Drank Hymns Public Salvation Army Singing Spirits Tavern Temperance
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This photograph titled "Shall I Be An Angel, Daddy?" takes us back to the early 20th century. The image showcases a poignant scene that tells a story of contrasts and choices. In this postcard print, we see an English family gathered in what appears to be a humble tavern or pub. A father figure sits at the center, holding an accordion while his young daughter stands beside him. Her innocent face is filled with curiosity as she looks up at her father, seemingly asking if she should become an angel like those depicted on the walls around them. The setting itself speaks volumes about the societal issues prevalent during that time. On one hand, there are references to hymns and spirits suggesting religious undertones and perhaps even Salvation Army involvement. On the other hand, alcohol is present in abundance - from beer bottles scattered on tables to signs advertising Bavarian beer. This thought-provoking photograph captures a moment frozen in time when families were faced with conflicting influences: temperance versus indulgence; salvation versus earthly pleasures. It invites us to reflect upon personal choices and moral dilemmas that persist through generations. Through its powerful composition and monochromatic palette, this image by Bridgeman Images transports us into an era where decisions had far-reaching consequences for individuals and their communities alike.
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