Second-Lieut. Mabel, by Bairnsfather
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Second-Lieut. Mabel, by Bairnsfather
Second-Lieut. Mabel Smells Powder (No novelty)
" There you are Bert; I told you we d ave em ere before we d finished."
Bairnsfathers popular characters, Old Bill and Bert, espy a new arrival in the trench, a female office in long lace up boots, using a compact mirror to adjust her hair.
1917
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Media ID 14171204
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Bairnsfather Bert Bill Bruce Lieut Lieutenant Mabel Office Trench
Second-Lieut. Mabel - A New Face in the Trenches
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this humorous cartoon by renowned British satirical artist, Bruce Bairnsfather, titled "Second-Lieut. Mabel Smells Powder (No novelty)", we find Bairnsfather's popular characters, Old Bill and Bert, taking a break from the monotony of trench life during World War I. As they sit huddled around a makeshift fire, they are startled by the unexpected arrival of a newcomer to their midst. The new arrival is none other than a female officer, Second-Lieutenant Mabel, who confidently strides into the scene, her long lace-up boots clicking on the muddy ground. With a compact mirror in hand, she adjusts her hair, seemingly unfazed by the harsh realities of the battlefield. Old Bill and Bert exchange incredulous glances, with Old Bill exclaiming, "There you are Bert; I told you we had 'em ere before we finished." The implication being that they had predicted the arrival of a female officer in their ranks. Bairnsfather's cartoon masterfully captures the surprise and amusement of the two soldiers at the unexpected presence of a woman in their trench. The image offers a glimpse into the gender dynamics of the war, as well as the camaraderie and humour that helped soldiers cope with the challenges of the frontline. This poignant and humorous vignette is a testament to Bairnsfather's ability to capture the essence of trench life during World War I, and the unexpected twists and turns that came with it. The image, created in 1917, remains a fascinating and intriguing window into history.
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