Poster Print : Cartoon, Zimmerwald pacifism, WW1
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Cartoon, Zimmerwald pacifism, WW1
Cartoon, Zimmerwald pacifism. A man representing the Zimmerwald peace movement offers an olive branch to some French soldiers. A comment on the Zimmerwald Conference of September 1915, organised by international socialists, along with continuing efforts to reach a peace agreement during the First World War. Date: 1916
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Agreement Baionnette Comment Conference Effort Hold Meeting Meetings Movement Negotiation Neutral Offer Offering Olive Pacifism Pacifist Pacifists Peace Representing Rifle Socialism Socialist Socialists
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of poster prints featuring the iconic Zimmerwald Pacifism cartoon. This powerful image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of the Zimmerwald peace movement during World War 1. The poignant scene of a man extending an olive branch to French soldiers speaks volumes about the universal call for peace and unity. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for display in schools, libraries, museums, and homes, serving as a thought-provoking reminder of the past and the enduring power of hope.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19.5cm (11.9" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaos and carnage of the First World War, a glimmer of hope emerged in the form of the Zimmerwald Peace Movement. In this poignant 1916 cartoon, a man representing the movement extends an olive branch to a group of weary French soldiers, each holding their baionettes at the ready. The Zimmerwald Conference, organized by international socialists in September 1915, was a significant attempt to reach a peace agreement amidst the ongoing conflict. The meeting, which took place in neutral Switzerland, brought together various socialist parties and labor organizations from around the world, all united in their desire to put an end to the senseless violence. Despite the noble intentions of the conference, the efforts to secure a lasting peace agreement were ultimately unsuccessful. The olive branch offered in this cartoon serves as a symbol of the hope and determination that drove the Zimmerwald Peace Movement, even as the horrors of the war continued to unfold." "The image of the man in a suit, holding out an olive branch, stands in stark contrast to the uniformed soldiers, their helmets and rifles at the ready. The blue uniforms and helmets of the soldiers, along with the rifles, add to the somber and militaristic atmosphere of the scene. The olive branch, a traditional symbol of peace, offers a glimmer of hope amidst the chaos of war. This powerful cartoon serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing efforts to find peace during the First World War and the determination of those who believed that the carnage must come to an end." "The Zimmerwald Peace Movement, and the efforts to secure a peace agreement during the First World War, are an important chapter in the history of the 20th century. This cartoon, with its powerful imagery and symbolism, offers a unique perspective on this complex and significant period in history.
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