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Leagues of Nation with silhouettes by H. L. Oakley
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Leagues of Nation with silhouettes by H. L. Oakley
A page from The Bystander (its regular Bystander in Occupation column) with silhouettes by Captain H. L. Oakley showing an English soldier marrying a German woman, a pointer to signs of peace and reconciliation following the end of the First World War. Date: 1921
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Bystander Leagues Marrying Nation Oakley Occupation Occupied Office Peace Reconciliation Registrar Registry Silhouettes Weddings 1921
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image from the pages of The Bystander, published in 1921, captures the spirit of hope and reconciliation in the aftermath of the First World War. The silhouettes by Captain H. L. Oakley depict a poignant scene of an English soldier exchanging vows with a German woman in a registry office. The quiet dignity of the moment is palpable, as the couple stands before the registrar, surrounded by the symbols of a new beginning. The scene is a testament to the League of Nations' efforts to promote peace and understanding between former enemies. The image, titled "Marriage in Occupied Germany," underscores the importance of personal connections in the healing process following the devastation of war. The use of silhouettes adds a timeless quality to the image, allowing the viewer to focus on the emotional depth of the scene rather than the specific details of the characters. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the enduring human capacity for love and connection, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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