Life — May 17, 1917 — page 11: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis of Life Magazine Page 895 This page contains two pieces of WWI-era political commentary: **The illustration** depicts what appears to be a military scene with officers and civilians discussing a woman's height, with dialogue about her being "a head taller than I am." **"Joffre"** (left) is a poem by Christopher Morley praising French General Joseph Joffre, who commanded French forces during WWI. It celebrates him as a heroic leader ("immortal breed") who held back the German advance ("stopped the Hun"). **"Be Careful!"** (right) is a cautionary editorial warning American leaders against rushing into military involvement. It references specific pro-German senators (Stone and Clark) and expresses concern that hasty American intervention might offend French allies still fighting. The piece advocates slow, measured support rather than dramatic military commitment. The overall page reflects American debate over involvement in the ongoing European war.