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Cartoon, Stall selling tobacco, WW1
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Cartoon, Stall selling tobacco, WW1
Cartoon, Stall selling tobacco. The trader wonders why soldiers smoke so much more than civilians. The soldier replies that civilians are less in danger of breaking their pipes. Date: 1917
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This cartoon print, dated 1917 from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a humorous insight into the daily life of soldiers during the tumultuous period of World War I. The image depicts a curious tobacco trader, dressed in civilian attire, questioning a soldier about the excessive smoking habits of the military personnel at the Western Front. The soldier, dressed in his worn and weary French uniform, nonchalantly replies that civilians have less reason to smoke, as their pipes are less likely to be broken in the relative safety of their everyday lives. The First World War, also known as the Great War, was a global conflict that lasted from 1914 to 1918. The war brought about unprecedented hardships and challenges for soldiers, who endured long periods of time in the trenches, often in harsh and dangerous conditions. Smoking became a common coping mechanism for soldiers, providing a brief moment of comfort and relaxation amidst the chaos and stress of the battlefield. This cartoon not only sheds light on the soldiers' reliance on tobacco but also adds a touch of humor to the grim realities of wartime life. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the unique experiences and sacrifices made by soldiers during the war, and the ways in which they found solace and camaraderie in the simplest of pleasures.
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