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Cartoon, The Last Wicket - The Boer War is compared to cricket with a Boer batting and Kitchener as wicket keeper. Date: 1901
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Cartoon, The Last Wicket - The Boer War is compared to cricket with a Boer batting and Kitchener as wicket keeper. Date: 1901
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Analogy Batsman Batting Compared Cricket Cricketer Cricketers Cricketing Keeper Kitchener Pads Stumps Wicket 1901
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The cartoon print titled "The Last Wicket" from 1901 offers a unique and humorous comparison between the Boer War and the game of cricket. In this satirical illustration, a Boer soldier is depicted as the batsman, facing off against none other than Lord Kitchener himself who is playing the role of wicket keeper.
The use of cricketing terms such as stumps, bat, pads, and wicket adds an element of whimsy to what was otherwise a serious conflict in South Africa during that time. The artist cleverly captures the essence of both events by drawing parallels between the strategies and tactics employed in war and on the cricket pitch.
This piece not only serves as a commentary on the nature of warfare but also highlights how even in times of turmoil, humor can be found in unexpected places. It showcases how art has been used throughout history to provide social commentary and critique current events.
Overall, "The Last Wicket" stands as a testament to the creativity and wit of artists who are able to take complex historical events and distill them into simple yet impactful images that resonate with viewers long after they were created.
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