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German Donkey / 1927
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German Donkey / 1927
How much can the German donkey carry? A reference to Dawes Plan of economic aid designed to enable Germany to pay war reparations. Date: 1927
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Carry Dawes Donkey Economic Enable Plan Reference Reparations 1927 Designed
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This thought-provoking image from 1927, titled "How much can the German Donkey Carry?", is a poignant political cartoon that commentates on the economic burden placed upon Germany following the end of World War I. The cartoon, which was published during the year that saw the implementation of the Dawes Plan, depicts a German donkey struggling under the weight of an enormous pack labeled "War Debts." The donkey's expression of exhaustion and despair reflects the collective sentiment of the German people, who were grappling with the immense financial obligations imposed upon them as part of the Treaty of Versailles. The Dawes Plan, named after its architect, Charles G. Dawes, was an international economic initiative designed to help Germany pay its war reparations. The plan provided short-term loans to Germany, enabling the country to meet its reparations payments while also stabilizing its economy. However, the cartoonist's intention was not to celebrate this economic aid but rather to highlight the overwhelming burden that Germany continued to bear. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the historical events that shaped the interwar period, a time marked by economic instability and political turmoil. The cartoon's enduring relevance lies in its ability to evoke the complexities of international relations and the human cost of war. This print, with its rich historical context, is an essential addition to any collection focusing on the political and economic history of the 20th century.
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