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FREE SILVER CARTOON, 1896. He Must Be Kept Out (of the White House). An anti-Free Silver cartoon by Joseph Keppler, Jr. 1896
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FREE SILVER CARTOON, 1896. He Must Be Kept Out (of the White House). An anti-Free Silver cartoon by Joseph Keppler, Jr. 1896
FREE SILVER CARTOON, 1896.
He Must Be Kept Out (of the White House). An anti-Free Silver cartoon by Joseph Keppler, Jr. 1896
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1896 Commerce Election Finance Free Silver Joseph Keppler Movement Uncle Sam
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The "Free Silver Cartoon, 1896" by Joseph Keppler Jr. is a powerful depiction of the political climate during the late 19th century in America. The cartoon portrays Uncle Sam, a symbol of the United States, standing guard outside the White House with a determined expression on his face. In bold letters above him are the words "He Must Be Kept Out" referring to an unidentified figure who represents the Free Silver movement. This cartoon was created during a time when there was intense debate over whether silver should be used as currency alongside gold. The Free Silver movement advocated for unlimited coinage of silver, which they believed would benefit farmers and debtors by increasing inflation and making it easier to repay loans. Keppler's illustration reflects opposition to this idea, suggesting that allowing Free Silver proponents into power would have negative consequences for American commerce and finance. Through skillful use of imagery and symbolism, he conveys a sense of urgency and warns against what he perceives as potential economic disaster. This artwork serves as both a historical document and a commentary on the election year of 1896. It captures an important moment in American history when financial policies were hotly debated, highlighting how art can provide insight into past events while also conveying strong political messages that resonate even today.
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