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Ulster 1914 - Patriotic Postcard
Patriotic Postcard from Ulster, 1914 depicting an Ulsterwoman with a gun, standing up for the British flag and her views as a Loyalist Unionist, who feels deserted by the British forces and has therefore to stand alone against attack from the threat of Republican paramilitary forces.
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Abandoned Bearing Beliefs Defender Defending Deserted Irishwoman Jack Loyal Loyalist Loyalty Paramilitary Propaganda Republican Shawl Stand Strife Struggle Threat Threatened Troubles Ulster Unionist Rights
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative postcard from Ulster in 1914 captures the spirit of defiance and loyalty that characterized the region during a tumultuous time in its history. The Ulsterwoman depicted in the image stands proudly, her back to the viewer, as she stoutly defends her beliefs and her British flag from the looming threat of Republican paramilitary forces. Dressed in traditional Irish attire, she wears a shawl draped over her shoulders and clutches a rifle in her hands, her determined expression reflecting the sense of abandonment and desperation felt by many Loyalist Unionists who felt betrayed by the British forces, which seemed unwilling or unable to protect them. The image is a powerful propaganda tool, designed to rally support for the Unionist cause and to galvanize the people of Ulster in their struggle against the forces of Irish nationalism. The woman's solitary stance, her unwavering commitment to her beliefs, and her readiness to bear the brunt of the violence that was to come, serve as a potent symbol of the resolve and courage of the Ulster people during this period of political strife. The postcard is a poignant reminder of the complex and often fraught history of Northern Ireland, and the deep-rooted political and cultural divisions that continue to shape the region to this day. It is a testament to the enduring power of symbols and the role they play in shaping our understanding of history and our sense of identity.
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