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Cartoon, Passengers on a London bus, WW1
Cartoon, Nervous Young Officer to Bus Conductor, First Single to Oxford Circus (The authorities have recommended that officers should travel first class), showing passengers on a crowded London bus during the First World War. Drawing by Fred Pegram, reproduced in Punch, 16 February 1916.
1916
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Buses Busy Conductor Crowded Fred Hanging Nervous Passengers Pegram Punch Strap
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This cartoon, titled "Passengers on a London Bus: Nervous Young Officer to Bus Conductor (The authorities have recommended that officers should travel first class)" was drawn by the renowned British artist Fred Pegram and published in Punch magazine on February 16, 1916. The drawing takes us back to the bustling streets of London during the First World War, where the city's transport system continued to operate despite the ongoing conflict. In the illustration, we see a crowded London bus filled with passengers, all trying to find a comfortable spot to stand or sit. Amidst the crowd, a young, nervous-looking officer in uniform stands out. He holds a bus ticket in his hand, indicating his intention to travel, but his anxious expression suggests that he is unsure about his place on the bus. The bus conductor, a seasoned man with a stern expression, gestures towards an empty seat marked "Reserved for Officers" at the front of the bus. The officer hesitates, seemingly uncomfortable with the attention and the expectation to travel in first class. The conductor, however, insists that he take the seat, much to the dismay of some of the other passengers who are already crowded into the bus. The drawing is a testament to the daily realities of life during wartime, where even something as simple as taking the bus could be a source of anxiety and uncertainty. Pegram's use of pen and ink captures the fullness and busyness of the scene, from the passengers hanging on to the straps to the crowded streets outside. This poignant and humorous illustration offers a glimpse into the experiences of Londoners during the First World War and serves as a reminder of the resilience and adaptability of cities and their people in times of crisis.
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