Bruce Bairnsfather, Official War Artist

Captain Bruce Bairnsfather (1888 – 1959)
Biography

Bruce Bairnsfather was born in Murree, India and was educated at the United Services College, Westward Ho. He initially studied to become an engineer but later in 1914, joined the Royal Warwickshire Regiment and served in France until 1916.
He was known as a humorist and cartoonist, with black and white sketches depicting life in the trenches which appeared in Bystander. He also illustrated adverts for Beecham’s Pills.

Bruce Bairnsfather's Paintings

Bruce Bairnsfather, trench warfare humour

I'm Sure They'll 'ear This
Damn Thing Squeaking

"Well, If you know of a better 'ole,
Go to it."

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Bullets And Billets
by Bruce Bairnsfather (Author)

The best-selling autobiography from the British soldier, illustrator, author and creator of 'Old Bill' - the cartoon character who perhaps best illustrated the practical philosophy of the British private soldier during World War I. Beautifully illustrated with the author's own drawings.

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BRUCE BAIRNSFATHER, War Artist

Captain Bruce Bairnsfather (1888 – 1959) Biography

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Captain Bruce Bairnsfather (1888 – 1959)
Biography