Metal Print : Cartoon, The speech is in the cannon, WW1
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Cartoon, The speech is in the cannon, WW1
Cartoon, The speech is in the cannon. A comment on the frequent speeches of Charles Humbert, owner of Le Journal newspaper, calling for more munitions. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14240840
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Artillery Baionnette Cannon Gunner Gunners Humbert Speech Speeches Owner
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Bring a piece of history into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the iconic cartoon, "The Speech is in the Cannon," by Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image, depicting Charles Humbert, the owner of Le Journal newspaper, urging for more munitions during World War I, is now available as a stunning metal print. Each print is meticulously crafted with vibrant colors and sharp details, ensuring a high-quality, long-lasting addition to your decor. Order now and add a unique and thought-provoking conversation starter to your space.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the chaotic backdrop of the Western Front during World War I, this poignant cartoon captures the relentless call to arms issued by Charles Humbert, the influential owner of Le Journal newspaper in France. The image depicts a determined Humbert, standing before a cannon with a speech scroll in his hand, as soldiers load their bayonets in the background. The caption above reads, "The speech is in the cannon." This powerful commentary on the frequent speeches urging for more munitions during the war underscores the sense of urgency and the heavy burden placed upon the soldiers at the frontlines. The gunner, who is preparing to fire the cannon, looks weary and disillusioned, reflecting the exhaustion and despair felt by many soldiers during this prolonged conflict. The cartoon, created in 1917, is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the weight of responsibility carried by those in positions of power. It underscores the importance of words and the impact they can have on the morale and motivation of those on the frontlines. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the complexities of wartime France and the sacrifices made during the First Great War.
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