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Rotten Row crowded with khaki by Fish
Hyde Park re-echoes the war note in every corner. Rotten Row is crowded with khaki, and squads of recruits decorate the open spaces. Cartoon by Fish in Letters of Eve in The Tatler showing how Rotten Row, the traditional magnet for society during the Season, is transformed during World War One, as soldiers on leave or convalescing stroll there and recruits are drilled in the parks open spaces. Date: 1915
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In the heart of London's historic Hyde Park, Rotten Row, once a popular destination for high society during the Season, now reverberates with the somber notes of the First World War. In this evocative 1915 cartoon by Fish, published in Letters of Eve in The Tatler, the once-fashionable promenade is transformed into a bustling scene of military life. Soldiers on leave and convalescing officers, all dressed in khaki uniforms, mingle with recruits undergoing drills in the open spaces. The traditional magnet for society has been replaced by the realities of war, with the sounds of bugles and the sight of military discipline replacing the usual chatter and laughter. The cartoon, titled "Rotten Row," poignantly captures the profound impact of the war on London and its people. The city's iconic parks, once a place of leisure and socializing, have become a reflection of the frontlines. The soldiers' uniforms, their determined expressions, and the drill sergeant's stern gaze all serve as stark reminders of the ongoing conflict. This poignant image offers a unique glimpse into the lives of those who were directly affected by the war, providing a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this pivotal moment in history. The transformation of Rotten Row encapsulates the profound changes that the war brought to London and its people, making it an essential piece of historical documentation.
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