Judge, 1917-11-17 · page 16 of 28
Judge — November 17, 1917 — page 16: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page collects satirical cartoons from European publications during World War I, each targeting different aspects of the conflict: **"The Rising Tide"** (British): Shows a German military figure (identifiable by spiked helmet) being overwhelmed by rising water—likely representing Allied military pressure or Germany's deteriorating position. **"Alsace Before the Jury"** (French): Depicts a child being questioned about national identity, referencing the contested region of Alsace-Lorraine, disputed between France and Germany. **"Give me money for coal"** (Swiss): A darkly humorous exchange mocking wartime inflation and economic collapse—suggesting currency has become worthless, so burning banknotes for fuel is more economical than buying coal. **"As the Poilus See Us"** (French): Shows a German soldier (Poilu refers to French soldiers, so this is French perspective) on the warpath, likely portraying German militarism from the Allied viewpoint. These represent international propaganda and war commentary circulating among Allied nations.
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