Het licht uit Rusland before 1917

"Het licht uit Rusland" (The Light from Russia) is a satirical cartoon created by Dutch artist Willy Sluiter, published in the Dutch newspaper De Nieuwe Amsterdammer in 1917. The cartoon depicts a German soldier, Wilhelm, looking in awe at the "light" emanating from Russia - a representation of the Russian Revolution. The light shines above a city skyline, illuminating the words "Freedom," "Revolution" and "Democracy." The scene is juxtaposed with the soldier's fear, highlighting the impact of the Russian Revolution on Europe. The cartoon captures the anxieties and hopes of the time, commenting on the political landscape during the First World War.