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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?......
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THE BATTLE OF THE MARNE.