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Cartoon, French soldiers departing on leave, WW1
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Cartoon, French soldiers departing on leave, WW1
Cartoon by Pierre Abadie-Landel, Les Joies du Poilu (The Pleasures of the Poilu), French soldiers departing on leave, First World War.
1917
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Abadie Depart Departing Freedom Leave Leaving Pierre Pleasure Pleasures Poilu Relaxing Running Tricolore Joies
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In this poignant and humorous cartoon by Pierre Abadie-Landel titled "Les Joies du Poilu" or "The Pleasures of the Poilu," we witness a scene of French soldiers eagerly departing for their leave during the First World War in 1917. The soldiers, dressed in their iconic blue uniforms, are shown in various stages of excitement and haste as they prepare to board a train. One soldier is shown in a playful pose, pretending to "run away" with a flag, while another is seen in a more contemplative moment, gazing out the window with a thoughtful expression. The tricolore flag, a symbol of French national pride, is prominently displayed on the train and on the soldiers' uniforms, emphasizing their deep connection to their country and their longing for a brief respite from the horrors of war. The cartoon captures the bittersweet nature of leave-taking, as the soldiers are filled with a sense of freedom and relaxation, but also the knowledge that they must soon return to the front lines. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the human side of war, reminding us of the hopes, fears, and desires of the soldiers who fought in the Great War.
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