Title
Simplicissimus, November 1913
Caption
Simplicissimus, November 1913. Cartoon depicting the Zabern Affair: 'The Alsatian Bogeyman'. Germany annexed Alsace-Lorraine in 1871; A Prussian lieutenant used a derogatory term to refer to an Alsatian recruit. He then faced threats from the local population. The army responded by imprisoning citizens. The cartoon shows Alsatian citizens and a larger-than-life Prussian officer.
Date
Nov 1913
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP10A01_356
License type
Rights managed
Available size
50,3Mb (925,1Kb) / 13,2in x 14,8in / 3950 x 4447 (300dpi)