Link: http://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/nov/14/eiffel-tower-peace-sign-solidarity-paris-artwork
Summary:
Arwork believed to by London-based French graphic artist goes viral, with photos posted on social media under slogan Peace for Paris. A simple sketch combing two of the world’s most familiar images – Paris’s Eiffel Tower and the symbol for peace – has been adopted as a sign of solidarity with victims of the terror attacks in Paris. The artwork has gone viral on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Social media has also been used to offer help to those caught up in the crisis. The hashtag #PorteOuverte (open door) was used by residents in the affected areas to offer shelter to those fleeing attacks. Soon the hashtag was trending globally alongside #PriezPourParis (Pray for Paris), #Solidarite and simply the word, #Paris. Facebook was soon offering some comfort by marking all friends in Paris locations “safe” as they checked into their pages.
Key data/statistical information:
- The image is said to have been designed by London-based French graphic artist, Jean Jullien.
- The image has been shared by high-profile users including Sir Elton John, footballer David Beckham, chef Jamie Oliver, One Direction singer Harry Styles, and singers Justin Bieber and Britney Spears.
What's my view?
I think that social media was a great aid in helping people to communicate and make sure friends and family who were in the area were safe. Even though it was not able to stop the disastrous event that took place last Friday, the audience was able to reassure certain people and encourage others who have lost friends or family in the attack through social media.
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