Home > Historic > World War I and II > Historical events
Cartoon, Blackout regulations, WW1
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Cartoon, Blackout regulations, WW1
Cartoon, Blackout regulations -- Keep your curtains drawn to avoid air raid warnings! Showing a young girl drawing the curtains at night so that enemy aircraft do not see any light from her home. Date: 1918
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14288939
© Mary Evans Picture Library
Avoid Blackout Cosy Curtain Curtains Drawn Enemy Lamp Raid Regulation Regulations Ribbon Rule Rules Warning Warnings
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> France
> Paris
> Related Images
> Historic
> World War I and II
> Historical events
Lights Out! - A Young Girl Observes Blackout Regulations During WWI
EDITORS COMMENTS
Date: 1918 This evocative cartoon captures the spirit of wartime life during World War I, specifically the stringent blackout regulations enforced in Paris, France, in 1918. The image shows a young girl, her hair adorned with a ribbon and bow, drawing the heavy curtains of her home at night. The room is dimly lit, with only a single lamp casting a warm glow. The girl's expression is focused and determined as she carefully closes the curtains to avoid any light from escaping and giving away the location of her home to enemy aircraft. The blackout regulations were a crucial aspect of life on the home front during WWI. With the threat of air raids looming, it was essential that civilians took every precaution to minimize the risk of detection. This meant keeping all lights out and avoiding any sources of illumination that could be seen from the sky. The girl in the cartoon embodies the resilience and adaptability of the people during this time, as she carries out her duty to help protect her family and community. The scene is further enhanced by the cosy atmosphere of the room, with the girl sitting at a table, engrossed in a book. The simple pleasures of home life continue, even amidst the chaos and uncertainty of war. This poignant image serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and adaptations made by people during wartime, and the importance of staying vigilant and following regulations to ensure the safety of all. The cartoon is a powerful representation of the events of WWI and the impact it had on everyday life. It is a historical document that offers a glimpse into the experiences of people during this period and the lengths they went to in order to survive and thrive in the face of adversity.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
