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Never Again! by Bairnsfather
Never Again! " In future I snipe from the ground" A cartoon by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather in The Bystander. A German sniper, stationed in a tree, sees a shell slice the tree beneath him in two. Date: 1915
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Never Again!
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: A Haunting Reminder of the Perils of War from the Pen of Captain Bruce Bairnsfather in The Bystander (1915) In the grim theatre of World War I, the frontlines were a treacherous and unforgiving landscape where life and death hung in the balance. Among the many harrowing experiences endured by soldiers on both sides, the threat of snipers loomed large. British cartoonist, Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, skillfully captured the raw emotions and stark realities of the war in his satirical cartoons, published weekly in The Bystander magazine. One such cartoon, titled "Never Again!", poignantly illustrates the precarious existence of a German sniper, forever changed by the inescapable realities of war. The image opens with a German sniper, perched high in a tree, intently focusing on his target through the sights of his rifle. The tranquil scene is shattered as a shell pierces the tree beneath him, splitting it in two. The sniper, now dangling precariously in mid-air, looks down at the ground below with a newfound appreciation for the fragility of life. The caption reads, "In future I snipe from the ground." Bairnsfather's "Never Again!" is a poignant reminder of the inescapable realities of war and the human cost of conflict. The cartoon not only highlights the ever-present danger of snipers but also the fleeting nature of life and the profound impact of war on the psyche of soldiers. This haunting image continues to resonate with audiences today, serving as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War. Captured in black and white, "Never Again!" is a poignant and powerful testament to the human experience of war. This iconic cartoon, created by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather in 1915, is a vital historical document that offers valuable insights into the emotional and psychological impact of the First World War on soldiers and civilians alike.
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