Chapter L: A Japanese postcard, on the resistance of Belgium to Germany. This
is a characteristic production, with the legend in Japanese, and was
not published for the Western market. The English names and number
were written on it by the purchaser in Japan.
LI. This spirited and delightful postcard by Niké, one of a series
which foreran his book of soldiers (almost the only wholesome war-book
for children), was published as early as August, 1914, before the
victory of the Marne. Looking at its breezy outlines, and at the
merry colours of the original, it is difficult to believe that it was
drawn and printed at a time when all the printers were mobilised, and
makeshift workmen formed the only labour.
the Cosack:... Can I give you a lift to Berlin?...
Le Cosaque:... Viens-tu á Berlin?......
LI.]
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