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Comic postcard, Little boy and Allied leaders, WW1 - French
Comic postcard, Little boy and Allied leaders, WW1 - French, Kitchener and Jellicoe Date: 1914-1918
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A Charming Depiction of the Allied Leaders of World War I: A Little Boy's Perspective (Little boy and Allied leaders, WW1 - French, Kitchener and Jellicoe, circa 1914-1918) This delightful comic postcard from the early 1900s captures the playful and humorous side of the Allied leaders during World War I. The image features a little boy, likely French, standing next to portraits of two prominent Allied leaders, Lord Kitchener and Admiral Jellicoe. The boy, with a mischievous grin, dons an armband bearing the insignia of the French army and holds a truncheon, mimicking the authority of the military figures. The humor in this postcard lies in the contrast between the serious and stern portraits of Kitchener and Jellicoe and the carefree and innocent presence of the little boy. It is a reminder that even during the tumultuous times of war, there was a sense of fun and levity that persisted. Lord Kitchener, known for his iconic "Your Country Needs You" poster, served as the Secretary of State for War and was instrumental in the expansion of the British Army during the war. Admiral Jellicoe, on the other hand, was a key figure in the British Royal Navy and played a crucial role in the naval battles of the war. This postcard, created in the 1910s, serves as a unique and entertaining piece of propaganda, showcasing the patriotic spirit of the time while also providing a lighthearted take on the war effort. The use of humor and the portrayal of the little boy as a miniature leader adds to the overall charm and appeal of this vintage postcard.
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