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WWI: KAISER, 1918. It shoots farther than he dreams. Cartoon by John F. Knott, 1918

WWI: KAISER, 1918. It shoots farther than he dreams. Cartoon by John F. Knott, 1918


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WWI: KAISER, 1918. It shoots farther than he dreams. Cartoon by John F. Knott, 1918

WWI: KAISER, 1918.
It shoots farther than he dreams. Cartoon by John F. Knott, 1918

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1918 Cannon Globe Kaiser Wilhelm Ii Knott


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The print titled "WWI: KAISER, 1918. It shoots farther than he dreams" is a powerful cartoon by John F. Knott from 1918. The image captures the essence of World War I and the role played by Kaiser Wilhelm II, the German Emperor at that time. In this thought-provoking cartoon, we see Kaiser Wilhelm II standing next to a massive cannon with an exaggerated globe as its projectile. The caption beneath reads "It shoots farther than he dreams" implying that the Kaiser's ambitions and plans for war are far-reaching but ultimately futile. The symbolism in this artwork is striking. The cannon represents Germany's military might during WWI, while the globe signifies their global aspirations and territorial expansion desires. However, despite his grandiose visions of conquest and power, the cartoon suggests that these dreams will not be realized. John F. Knott skillfully uses satire to critique both Wilhelm II's imperialistic ambitions and the devastating consequences of war itself. By depicting him alongside such a formidable weapon, Knott highlights how destructive warfare can be on a global scale. This historical photograph serves as a reminder of the immense human cost of WWI and offers insight into public sentiment towards political leaders during this tumultuous period in history.

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