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Cartoon, Explanation. Three old age pensioners outside a restaurant discuss earnings and taxation. The plump man says he pays no taxes because he spends all his money on food. Date: 1916
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Baionnette Cafe Cigar Discuss Discussion Economy Elderly Explanation Finance Financial Money Newspaper Nosebag Payment Pensioner Pensioners Plump Restaurant Spend Spending Taxation Taxes Earnings
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Amidst the backdrop of World War I, this 1916 cartoon depicts three elderly pensioners huddled outside a French café, engaged in a heated discussion about their earnings and taxation. The plump man, with a cigar clenched between his fingers, proudly declares that he pays no taxes because he spends all his money on food. His companions, one with a dog on a nosebag and the other reading a newspaper, listen intently as they contemplate their own financial situations. During wartime, the burden of taxation was a hot topic, with many feeling the strain of rising costs and decreased income. The government relied heavily on taxes to fund the war effort, leading to increased scrutiny and debate over who should bear the financial responsibility. This humorous yet poignant cartoon, titled "La Baionnette," was published in a French newspaper during the early years of the First World War. The image of the old men, dressed in their Sunday best, highlights the struggles faced by the elderly population during this period. The horse and cart in the background, a common mode of transportation during this time, adds to the sense of nostalgia and historical significance. This print, from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the everyday lives and concerns of people during the First World War. The cartoon serves as a reminder of the impact of war on individuals and communities, and the enduring power of humor to bring people together in times of hardship.
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