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Front cover of Jeune Afrique, 1991
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Front cover of Jeune Afrique, 1991
Front cover of Jeune Afrique, 1991. Jeune Afrique is a newsweekly published in Paris, founded by Bechir Ben Yahmed in Tunis on the October 17th 1960. The cover shows Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein and an American cruise missile as Iraq came under US bombardment in the First Gulf War in retaliation for Saddams invasion of Kuwait. Rights information: Cleared for Editorial Use Only. Please Contact Us For Any Other Clearance Rights
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1990s Bombardment Dictator Force Front Cover Frontpage Gulf War Hussein Iraq Iraqi Launching Leader Media Missile News Nineties Print Collector3 Saddam Saddam Hussein
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This print captures the front cover of Jeune Afrique magazine from 1991, during the First Gulf War. The image showcases Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein alongside an American cruise missile, symbolizing the intense bombardment Iraq faced as a result of Saddam's invasion of Kuwait. Published in Paris, Jeune Afrique was founded by Bechir Ben Yahmed in Tunis in 1960 and has since become a renowned newsweekly. The photograph portrays the tension and conflict between two powerful nations - America and Iraq - through its striking composition. It highlights the use of force and warfare as well as the media's role in reporting on such events. The color scheme adds depth to this thought-provoking artwork, emphasizing both the destructive nature of war and its impact on people. As an editorial-use-only image, it serves as a historical document that reflects not only political dynamics but also artistic expression within that era. This particular cover represents a significant moment in history when global attention was focused on Saddam Hussein's actions and their consequences. Through this evocative visual representation, viewers are reminded of the complexities surrounding international conflicts while contemplating how media shapes our understanding of world events.
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