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The Day: The Germans Come - and are " Terror-ised". Incidents of the Coming German Invasion of England-from the British side, by Heath Robinson. Gather ye lilies while ye may: disguised territorials in the German camp at the Welsh harp, Hendo. Series of cartoons by William Heath Robinson in The Sketch. Date: 1910
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The Day: The Germans Come - and are 'Terror-ised' is a series of humorous cartoons created by British illustrator, William Heath Robinson, published in The Sketch magazine in 1910. This particular image, titled "Gather ye lilies while ye may: disguised territorials in the German camp at the Welsh harp, Hendo," depicts a whimsical scene of German soldiers attempting to invade England, only to be outwitted by the clever and resourceful British territorials. Heath Robinson's cartoons were known for their intricate and imaginative details, and this image is no exception. The German soldiers are seen playing games and engaging in seemingly innocent activities, such as skipping rope and fishing, while the British territorials, disguised as local villagers, gather lilies in the background. The scene is set at a Welsh harp, adding to the idyllic and pastoral atmosphere. Despite the playful and lighthearted tone, the cartoons were a reflection of the growing tensions between Germany and England leading up to World War I. The humorous portrayal of the Germans being "terror-ised" by the British territorials would have resonated with the British audience at the time, as a way to cope with the anxiety and uncertainty of the impending conflict. The image features intricately detailed illustrations of the soldiers' uniforms and camp equipment, adding to the visual appeal and humor of the scene. The use of a pond and rope as a makeshift skipping rope, and the tents in the background, further emphasizes the camp setting and the sense of the ordinary British life continuing despite the invasion threat. Overall, Heath Robinson's "The Day: The Germans Come - and are 'Terror-ised" series of cartoons, including this image, provide a unique and humorous perspective on the political tensions of the time, and continue to be a fascinating glimpse into the historical context of early 20th century Britain.
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