Cartoon, The Motor Dreadbike, WW1
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Cartoon, The Motor Dreadbike, WW1
Cartoon, The Motor Dreadbike, authorised and approved by the Army Council. An imaginary armoured motorcycle for use during the First World War. Date: September 1914
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Approved Armoured Authorised Bayonet Bike Council Cycle Friend Imaginary Inventive Jack Loudspeaker Motorcycle Rifle Satire Satirical
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September 1914: The Motor Dreadbike, an Imaginary Solution to the Challenges of WW1 Transport (Cartoon) This satirical cartoon, titled "The Motor Dreadbike," depicts an inventive and humorous take on military transportation during the early days of World War I. Authorized and approved by the Army Council, this imaginary armored motorcycle was designed to address the challenges of wartime mobility. The cartoon shows a soldier, perplexed and amused, as he stands before an enormous, armored motorcycle with a loudspeaker and a Union Jack flag flying high. The motorcycle, named the "Motor Dreadbike," is adorned with various military features, such as a bayonet attached to the front, a rifle mounted on the side, and a large, menacing tire tread. The soldier's friend, also in uniform, looks on in amazement, exclaiming, "What a machine, eh?" The soldier responds with a skeptical expression, "I suppose it's better than a horse!" This cartoon, with its clever blend of humor and satire, highlights the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the time, as well as the challenges faced by soldiers during the early stages of the war. The Motor Dreadbike, though imaginary, represents the inventive spirit that drove the development of new technologies and solutions during the Great War. The cartoon is a fascinating glimpse into the history of wartime transportation and the creative ways in which people sought to overcome the challenges of the time. This image, from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a reminder of the rich and often overlooked history of the First World War and the inventions that shaped it.
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