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War is a Business
English Foreign Minister Sir Edward Grey is depicted by the Germans as acting on the principle that War is a business like any other Date: August 1914
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Acting Business Depicted Foreign Germans Militarism Minister Principle Satire
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This thought-provoking image, titled "War is a Business," depicts a satirical take on the outbreak of war in August 1914, with English Foreign Minister Sir Edward Grey portrayed by the Germans as treating the conflict as if it were a business transaction. The print, which dates back to the early 20th century, captures the political and militaristic tensions that simmered beneath the surface of Europe's powder keg, leading to the devastating First World War. Sir Edward Grey, who served as Foreign Secretary from 1906 to 1916, is shown in the print with a calculating expression, holding a ledger and a quill pen, as if weighing the pros and cons of entering into a war. The German caption below the image reads, "Der Friede ist ein Geschäft, wie jeder andere" or "Peace is a business, like any other." The image is a scathing commentary on the political and diplomatic maneuverings that led to the war, with war being seen as an inevitable and profitable outcome. The print serves as a stark reminder of the complex interplay of politics, militarism, and economics that underpinned the events leading up to the First World War. It also underscores the tragic irony that the very same forces that were meant to maintain peace and stability ultimately led to the devastation and destruction of the war. The image is a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of diplomacy and peaceful resolution in international relations.
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