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Aristide Briand and Lloyd George taunt the drowning Germany, December, 1921 (litho)
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Aristide Briand and Lloyd George taunt the drowning Germany, December, 1921 (litho)
KDC400247 Aristide Briand and Lloyd George taunt the drowning Germany, December, 1921 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: David Lloyd George (1863-1945) Liberal politician and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom for the 1916-22 Coalition Government of the Liberals and Conservatives; Aristide Briand (1862-1932) French Prime Minister 1921-22; talks were held in London between France and Great Britain to discuss German threats to default on reparations to the allies after the 1st World War; cartoon from Punch magazine, December 28, 1921; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22669676
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The print titled "Aristide Briand and Lloyd George taunt the drowning Germany, December 1921" captures a significant moment in history. Depicting two prominent political figures, David Lloyd George and Aristide Briand, it showcases the aftermath of World War I and the complex negotiations surrounding German reparations. In this lithograph by English School from the 20th century, we see a cartoon from Punch magazine dated December 28,1921. The image portrays Lloyd George, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom at that time, alongside Briand, who served as French Prime Minister. Both leaders are depicted mocking Germany's struggle to fulfill its reparation obligations after the devastating war. This caricature reflects not only their conservative stance but also highlights their refusal to provide further economic assistance or leniency towards Germany. It symbolizes an era of postwar retribution and economic hardship faced by Germany. The talks between France and Great Britain held in London during this period aimed to address German threats to default on reparations owed to the Allies. This image serves as a poignant reminder of how nations dealt with the consequences of war through political satire and public opinion. Preserved in a private collection today, this historical litho offers us valuable insights into international relations during one of Europe's most challenging periods—the aftermath of World War I—capturing both mockery and defiance within its intricate details.
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