The first time I saw this artistic photograph was several days ago on an online media outlet. I was in a phase - and still am- of transitioning from high school to university. It is a stressful time signifying the change from adolescence to adulthood.
This work of art is showing General Eisenhower giving his soldiers a speech and motivational talk the day before D-Day. It shows a great angle of the general's face and the faces of the audience who are listening closely and with passion. The soldiers' faces can be seen as dirty and tired. The general seems to be intelligent and serious about the topic.
Spiritually and Emotionally, this piece of art shows the concept of role models very well. It shows soldiers looking up to an ideal fighting figure, giving them strength and motivation.
The photograph affected my by subtly showing the importance of having a role model and someone to look up to. At my difficult transition phase, I need someone to help lead me through dark times.
I agree with your sentiment and connect with your idea of this photography being inspirational as it shows what other men our age where doing half a century ago. It makes me grateful that we don't have to go get shot at in some foreign country.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you. This image really shows what life was like for young men nearly a century ago. Crazy to see how even now we still have men fighting for our safety.
ReplyDeleteThis picture is a perfect example of struggle. The soldiers look tired, and dirty, while the general is clean and looks well. It's also another example of power. The higher up, you are the less you struggle. This photo also affected me in the sense that these soldiers probably benefited from the motivation that their leader has given them.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this, Radu. I agree that it's great to have an anchor to hold on to for guidance. Being an English teacher, I have a few role models who are actually literary characters, if you can believe it. They can't ever give me direct advice, but their behavior in the story can still inspire. Howard Roark was a literary character that had a big influence on me when I was in college.
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