Photo Mug : Cartoon, and Officers? WW1
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Cartoon, and Officers? WW1
Cartoon, and Officers? A military man seeks a toilet appropriate to his rank. Date: 1918
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Media ID 14271687
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Comedy Floor Loos Maid Maids Rank Satire Situation Status Suitable Tiled Toilet Toilets Washbasin
Photo Mug
Add a touch of historical humor to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring the iconic cartoon "Cartoon, and Officers? WW1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this mug showcases a military man seeking a toilet appropriate to his rank from 1918. Each mug is expertly printed with high-quality images, ensuring your favorite cartoon remains vibrant and clear. Perfect for tea or coffee, these mugs make a unique and thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates a good laugh. Cheers to starting your day with a smile!
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.6cm high x 8.1cm diameter (3.8" x 3.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the chaotic and cramped conditions of the Western Front during World War I, even the most mundane tasks proved to be a challenge for soldiers, especially those of higher rank. This humorous cartoon from 1918, titled "The Toilet Question," captures the predicament of an officer seeking a toilet that matches his status. The scene takes place in a makeshift latrine, where a group of weary soldiers and a few women, likely maids or nurses, are gathered. The officer, dressed in his blue uniform with brass buttons and a red stripe on his trousers, stands awkwardly before a row of tiled toilets, each marked with a number. He points to one marked "No. 1," only to be told by a woman that it is for the use of the lower ranks. Frustrated, he turns to another toilet marked "No. 2," only to be met with the same response. The officer's predicament is a satirical commentary on the rigid hierarchy and class distinctions that persisted even in the most trying circumstances of wartime. The cartoon's use of humor and situation comedy serves as a reminder of the human side of history, and the ways in which people coped with the challenges of war.
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