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CARTOON: SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR, 1898. The United States, as Uncle Sam the school teacher
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CARTOON: SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR, 1898. The United States, as Uncle Sam the school teacher
CARTOON: SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR, 1898. The United States, as Uncle Sam the school teacher, corrects the independent behavior of the Philippines (Aguinaldo) and Cuba (Gomez). Cartoon by W.A. Rogers, 1898
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1898 Child Classroom Cuba Desk Dunce Emilio Hawaii Island Latin America Native Philippine Philippines Political Action Polynesia Polynesian Puerto Rico Punishment Roger Rogers Schoolmaster Spanish American War Teacher Uncle Sam United States World Aguinaldo Philippine American War
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In this thought-provoking cartoon print from 1898, titled "Cartoon: Spanish-American War" we are presented with a powerful visual representation of the United States' role during this significant historical event. The artist, W. A. Rogers, cleverly depicts Uncle Sam as a school teacher correcting the independent behavior of two misbehaving students - Emilio Aguinaldo representing the Philippines and Gomez symbolizing Cuba. The classroom setting serves as a metaphor for the political landscape at that time, highlighting America's perceived responsibility to guide and discipline these territories under its influence. Uncle Sam, donning his iconic red, white, and blue attire, stands tall behind his desk adorned with maps of various regions including Hawaii and Puerto Rico. Aguinaldo and Gomez are portrayed as young boys seated at their respective desks labeled "Philippines" and "Cuba". They wear dunce caps signifying their disobedience or resistance towards American authority. This image reflects the paternalistic attitude prevalent during that era when Western powers believed it was their duty to civilize other nations. Rogers skillfully captures the tension between imperialism and independence through this illustration. It invites viewers to contemplate America's interventionist policies in Latin America while shedding light on the consequences faced by those who dared to challenge Uncle Sam's dominance. This piece provides us with valuable insight into both historical events surrounding the Spanish-American War as well as prevailing attitudes towards colonization during that period.
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