Cartoon, Elephants in armour, WW1
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Cartoon, Elephants in armour, WW1
Cartoon, Elephants in armour (Hohenzollern patented system). Showing an elephant in armour, using its trunk to distribute petrol from two barrels which it carries on either side. The idea is to pour petrol into trenches on the Western Front, then throw in a lighted match. Date: 1916
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Armour Baionnette Barbed Barrel Barrels Burning Carry Chain Chains Elephant Elephants Hohenzollern Machines Patent Patented Petrol Pour Pouring Sprinkle Sprinkling System Trunk Wire
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This cartoon image, dated 1916, depicts an elephant donning intricate armor, a testament to the ingenuity and desperation of the First World War. The Hohenzollern Patented System, as shown in this illustration, was an unconventional yet innovative solution to the challenges faced by soldiers on the Western Front. The armored elephant, a striking sight, carries two barrels of petrol slung on either side of its body. Its long, dexterous trunk reaches out to distribute the precious fuel, a vital resource for the war effort. The idea was to pour the petrol into the trenches, followed by the ignition of a match, creating a makeshift flamethrower. The cartoon reflects the resourcefulness of soldiers during wartime, as they sought to turn even the most unlikely creatures into weapons. The elephant, an animal known for its strength and size, was transformed into a formidable machine of war. The use of chains and manhandling the barrels adds to the raw, gritty portrayal of the conditions soldiers faced during the conflict. The image also highlights the harsh realities of trench warfare, with barbed wire, fire, and burning debris in the background. The elephant's expression, a mix of determination and concentration, underscores the immense pressure and responsibility soldiers bore during this historical period. This cartoon serves as a poignant reminder of the unique challenges and innovations that emerged during the First World War. It is a testament to the human spirit and the lengths to which people went to adapt and survive in the face of adversity.
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