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His Dual Obsession by Bairnsfather
His Dual Obsession Owing to the frequent recurrence of this dream, Herr Fritz von Lagerschifter has decided to take his friends advice:- Give up sausage late at night and brood less upon the possible size of the British Army next spring A cartoon by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather in The Bystander Date: 1916
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His Dual Obsession: A Humorous Take on War-Time Anxieties by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather in The Bystander (1916) During the tumultuous period of World War I, the weight of anxiety and uncertainty hung heavy over the shoulders of soldiers and civilians alike. In the midst of this turmoil, the renowned British cartoonist, Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, brought a touch of levity to the masses through his satirical and humorous illustrations. One such cartoon, titled "His Dual Obsession," was published in The Bystander on March 17, 1916. In this cartoon, we encounter Herr Fritz von Lagerschifter, a German soldier, lying in bed, tossing and turning in the throes of a restless night. His face is etched with worry, as he clutches a pillow in one hand and a sausage in the other. His eyes are fixed on a newspaper, which bears the ominous headline, "British Army to be Doubled Next Spring." The caption above the scene reads, "Owing to the frequent recurrence of this dream, Herr Fritz von Lagerschifter has decided to take his friends' advice: Give up sausage late at night and brood less upon the possible size of the British Army next spring." Bairnsfather masterfully employs the use of humor to address the very real fears and concerns that plagued the populace during this time. The image of a man haunted by both his late-night cravings and the looming threat of a larger British Army is a relatable and humorous commentary on the anxieties of war. As we reflect on this historical artifact, we are reminded of the power of humor to provide comfort and perspective, even in the most trying of times. "His Dual Obsession" stands as a testament to the enduring human spirit and the ability to find levity in the face of adversity.
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