Scissored silhouettes in land of Caesars by H. L. Oakley
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Scissored silhouettes in land of Caesars by H. L. Oakley
Scenes witnessed in Italy during World War One by Captain Harry Lawrence Oakley, the famous silhouette artist. Caption reads, The roads of Italy - and especially the people who use them - are full of interest. Long and straight, as in Flanders, with rows of trees on each side, but without either the mud or the pave. Refugees, soldiers of all sorts, women workers, and vehicles of every age and speed are always to be met with; and Lieut. Oakley has skilfully scissored out some silhouettes of them for our readers. Date: 1918
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In the land of Caesars: Scissored Silhouettes of Italy during World War One by Captain Harry Lawrence Oakley Amid the tumultuous backdrop of the Great War, the Italian peninsula presented a unique tableau of life and movement. The roads, long and straight, bore a striking resemblance to those in Flanders, yet devoid of the mud and pavement that characterized the battlefields of the northern front. Instead, they were lined with rows of trees, offering a picturesque contrast to the chaos unfolding on them. Captain Harry Lawrence Oakley, an accomplished silhouette artist, captured the essence of this intriguing scene. Known for his Scenes Witnessed in Italy during World War One series, Oakley's deft scissor work brought to life the diverse cast of characters that populated the Italian roads. Refugees, soldiers of all sorts, women workers, and a multitude of vehicles, each with their unique age and speed, were immortalized in these intricate silhouettes. The year was 1918, and the Italian landscape was a testament to the resilience and adaptability of its people. Amid the trials and tribulations of war, life continued, and Oakley's silhouettes serve as a poignant reminder of the human spirit that endured. This evocative image, titled 'The Roads of Italy,' invites us to explore the rich history and the myriad stories that unfolded during the Great War on the Italian peninsula. Through the artistry of Captain Harry Lawrence Oakley, we are granted a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the roads of Italy were filled with the footsteps of history.
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