Cartoon, The Martians, WW1

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Cartoon, The Martians, WW1

Cartoon, The Martians. During the First World War, the residents of Mars complain to their neighbouring planet about the noise, and ask them to be more considerate. Date: 1918

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Astronomy Beds Complain Complaining Complaint Disturbance Disturbed Explosion Explosions Extraterrestrial Folklore Mars Martian Martians Neighbouring Neighbours Noise Noisy Planet Quiet Residents Satire Satirical Shut Space Waking Woken Considerate

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The Martians' Complaint: A Satirical Take on Neighborly Disputes During WWI (1918) During the tumultuous period of the First World War, even the residents of Mars weren't immune to the disturbances caused by the ongoing conflict. In this humorous cartoon from 1918, we see a group of Martians gathered around a telescope, peering down at Earth with disapproval. The caption reads, "Mars - The Noisy Neighbor." The Martians, with their characteristic large eyes and thin bodies, are shown lying in their beds, clearly disturbed by the explosions and noise coming from Earth. One Martian, with a worried expression, holds a letter, presumably a complaint, addressed to "Neighboring Planet." The letter reads, "Dear Sir, We, the undersigned Martians, respectfully request that you kindly ask your Earth inhabitants to be more considerate in their activities, as the noise and explosions are keeping us awake at night." This satirical cartoon serves as a reminder of the far-reaching effects of war, even extending to the imaginary realms of outer space. The image of the Martians, who have long been a subject of folklore and fascination, adds an element of whimsy to the seriousness of the war. The cartoon also highlights the idea of interplanetary neighbors and the importance of respecting each other's peace and quiet, even in the most unusual of circumstances. As we reflect on the history of WWI and its impact on the world, this cartoon offers a unique perspective on the ways in which the war affected even the most unlikely of places. The Martians' complaint serves as a reminder that even in the midst of chaos and conflict, the desire for peace and quiet remains a universal one.

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