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Britainnia ready by E. T. Reed
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Britainnia ready by E. T. Reed
Ready! Decks cleared and mistress of herself. Britainnia stands posed with sword and shield, surveying the British naval fleet at the outbreak of the First World War. Date: 1914
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In the early days of 1914, as the ominous clouds of war began to gather over Europe, Britain's formidable naval power stood ready to defend the realm and uphold the honor of the British Empire. In this powerful and evocative print by E. T. Reed, titled "Ready! Decks Cleared and Mistress of Herself," Britainnia, personification of Britain, is depicted on the deck of a battleship, poised and resolute. With sword in hand and shield at the ready, she surveys her vast naval fleet with a determined and unwavering gaze. The decks of the battleships are clear, the sails furled, and the guns, ominously, are trained on the horizon. The date, 1914, is etched into the corner, marking the outbreak of the First World War. The sense of patriotism and national pride is palpable, as Britain prepares to assert its naval superiority and protect its shores from any threat. This cartoon, with its striking imagery and powerful symbolism, serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of the British people during the early days of the Great War.
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