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"Not standing up straight, sir?"(litho)
7168492 " Not standing up straight, sir?" (litho) by Pont (Graham Laidler) (1908-40); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Not standing up straight, sir?" Illustration for The British Carry On, A Collection of Wartime Drawings by Pont (Collins, 1940).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 24716886
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1939 1945 Wwii Ww Two 1940 1949 19401949 1940s 39 45 Back Forties Ii World War Illustrator Drawing Nineteen Forties Second World War Second World War 1939 1945 Vertical Format View From The Back World War World War 2 World War Ii World War Two Wwii Combat Troops Female Soldiers Navy Soldier Navy Soldiers Soldier Troop War Zone
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The print titled ""Not standing up straight, sir?" (litho)" captures a comical scene from the early twentieth century. Created by Pont (Graham Laidler), this illustration was featured in "The British Carry On" a collection of wartime drawings published in 1940. The image depicts a soldier standing at attention while an officer inspects his posture. With a touch of humor, Pont highlights the rigidity and formality of military life during World War II. The soldier's slouched stance contrasts with the strict expectations of discipline and proper posture within the armed forces. The officer's quizzical expression suggests that he is not impressed with what he sees. This artwork provides insight into the daily lives of combat troops during this tumultuous period in history. It offers a lighthearted perspective on the challenges faced by soldiers as they navigated war zones and maintained their professionalism amidst adversity. Pont's skillful use of vertical format emphasizes both the physicality and vulnerability of these individuals, reminding viewers that even in times of conflict, there is room for levity and laughter. As we admire this historic lithograph, we are transported back to England during the 1940s—a time when humor served as an essential coping mechanism for those enduring hardship on the frontlines. This piece serves as a testament to human resilience and reminds us that even in dark times, laughter can be found if one knows where to look.
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