Red Cross & Giro Relief

This original cartoon by Charles Boost, created between 1956 and 1957, highlights the themes of repatriation and humanitarian aid following Indonesia’s independence. Featuring imagery such as a ship and gangway, the illustration promotes support for Dutch compatriots returning from Indonesia. The accompanying text reads “Assistance to compatriots in Indonesia giro 308” and “Red Cross giro 777,” referencing fundraising accounts for repatriation and relief efforts. The cartoon reflects the broader post-colonial migration and aid narrative between Indonesia and the Netherlands during this period.