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Hanging the Kaiser at Brackley
After the signing of the Armistace on November 11th 1918 effiges of The German Kaiser and Little Willie were hung at Brackley Northants in front of a large crowd illustrating the anger felt by the nation towards the war Date: 1918
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Media ID 32230344
© The Andrew Jenkins Collection / Mary Evans
11th Anger Brackley Felt Hanging Hung Illustrating Kaiser Nation Northants Signing Willie
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Experience history with our captivating selection from The Andrew Jenkins Collection at Media Storehouse. This exquisite greetings card features the poignant image 'Hanging the Kaiser at Brackley' from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the raw emotion of the crowd as they gather to mark the end of World War I, with effigies of Kaiser Wilhelm II and his symbolic 'Little Willie' being hung in Brackley, Northants. Our high-quality greetings cards are the perfect way to convey deep sentiments and make history come alive. Order yours today and add a touch of nostalgia to your correspondence.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures the intense emotions of the British people following the signing of the Armistice on November 11th, 1918. In a display of collective anger towards the German Kaiser and his son Little Willie, effigies were hung in front of a large crowd at Brackley, Northants.
The image is a stark reminder of the deep resentment felt by the nation towards those responsible for the devastation and loss caused by World War I. The act of hanging these symbolic figures was a public expression of outrage and retribution, as well as a cathartic release after years of suffering and sacrifice.
The faces in the crowd are filled with both solemnity and satisfaction, reflecting a mix of sorrow for those lost in battle and relief that peace had finally been achieved. The scene is hauntingly poignant, capturing a moment in history when raw emotions ran high and justice was sought through symbolic means.
As we look back on this historic event through this photograph, we are reminded not only of the horrors of war but also of humanity's capacity for resilience and unity in times of great adversity. It serves as a testament to our shared past and an important lesson for future generations about the consequences of conflict.
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