War Time in the Country in Silhouette
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War Time in the Country in Silhouette
A page of three silhouettes depicting life in the British countryside during the First World War. The top picture shows a man reading out the newspaper and official news to eager neighbours, the second shows land girls at work in the fields, harvesting and the third image shows a typically busy and domestic scene. Date: 1916
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Agriculture Busy Dinner Fields Harvest Harvesting News Newspaper Provinces Provincial Rake Silhouettes
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the First World War, the tranquility of the British countryside continued to endure, albeit with a newfound sense of resilience and determination. This evocative triptych of silhouettes captures the spirit of rural life during this pivotal period in history, as depicted in a page from a 1916 publication. In the top silhouette, a man, perhaps the local postmaster or village leader, reads out the latest news from the war front to a rapt audience of neighbors. The gravity of the situation is palpable as they lean in, their faces etched with concern and anticipation. The second image reveals the tireless efforts of the land girls and women who took up the mantle of agricultural labor in the absence of men called to the front. Their backs are bent as they harvest the fields with rakes, their horses working in tandem, a testament to their fortitude and dedication. The final silhouette showcases a typically busy and domestic scene. A woman, likely the matriarch of the household, prepares a hearty meal for her family. The table is set with tea and dinnerware, and the aroma of a savory dish wafts through the air. The presence of a horse in the background suggests that the family's livelihood is still rooted in the land. Despite the challenges of war, the rhythms of rural life continue, providing a sense of stability and comfort to those who call the countryside home.
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