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Moon and Smoke (Enchu no tsuki)
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| February 1886 | ||
| Two firemen of the First Fire Brigade stand on a rooftop holding their company’s signal banner steady during a conflagration. In 19th century Japan, crowded towns full of houses constructed of wood and paper were extremely vulnerable to fire. The fire-fighting troops who fought these common blazes were considered exciting and colorful characters and reached heroic status among the townspeople. |
