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WW1 - Knitting during show intermission, Paris
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WW1 - Knitting during show intermission, Paris
WW1 - Knitting during show intermission, Paris, France in 1916. Women and nurse use the 15 minute interval during a show for noble and positive ends by knitting for troops, some in the seats themselves, on leave or recovering from their wounds. Date: circa 1916
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Bandaged Circle Interval Knit Knits Knitting Scarves Seats Socks Stalls Wool Wounded Zouave Intermission
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Amidst the chaos and hardships of World War I, a scene of quiet determination and compassion unfolds in this print from Paris, France, circa 1916. The 15-minute intermission of a show provides an unexpected yet noble and positive opportunity for women and a nurse, dressed in elegant attire, to give back to their troops. Seated in the theater stalls, they focus intently on their knitting needles, transforming balls of wool into socks, hats, and scarves for soldiers on leave or recovering from their wounds. The image captures the spirit of community and resilience during a time of great upheaval. The bandaged soldier in the foreground, a Zouave, adds a poignant reminder of the sacrifices being made on the battlefield. The women's circular knitting needles and the dresses of the audience members in the background create a striking contrast, highlighting the juxtaposition of the ordinary and the extraordinary. This poignant moment during the intermission serves as a testament to the enduring human spirit and the power of small acts of kindness during times of crisis.
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