A Fragments Fortune by Bruce Bairnsfather, WW1 cartoon
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A Fragments Fortune by Bruce Bairnsfather, WW1 cartoon
Autobiographical cartoon (perhaps?) by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather showing how his experiences at the front inspired his cartoons, but how they were often vetoed by the censor back at home. Date: 1919
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A Fragments Fortune
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by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather: A Window into the Censored Humor of World War I This print showcases "A Fragments Fortune," a cartoon by the renowned British cartoonist, Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, from the tumultuous era of World War I. The cartoon, created in 1919, offers a unique insight into the experiences that inspired Bairnsfather's work and the censorship that often hindered its publication. Bairnsfather, a veteran of the war, drew upon his own experiences as a soldier to create humorous and satirical cartoons that captured the essence of life in the trenches. His work, which often poked fun at the absurdities and hardships of military life, resonated deeply with the public. However, despite the popularity of his cartoons, Bairnsfather's work was not immune to censorship. The British military and civilian authorities, wary of the potential for morale-damaging humor, closely monitored the publication of his cartoons. In "A Fragments Fortune," Bairnsfather humorously depicts this very process, with a censor holding back a cartoon that is clearly intended for publication, while the frustrated cartoonist looks on. The cartoon's title, "A Fragments Fortune," alludes to the fact that even the smallest successes or lucky breaks could make a significant difference in the harsh reality of the war. The image of the censor's hand blocking the cartoon serves as a reminder of the challenges Bairnsfather faced in bringing his humorous perspective to the world during this historic period. This print, a testament to the enduring power of humor and the complexities of wartime censorship, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past and the creative process behind one of the most iconic bodies of work to emerge from World War I.
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