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LIBERTY IS NOT ANARCHY. Thomas Nasts 1886 cartoon approving The Supreme Courts guilty verdict in the trial of eight alleged anarchists, seven of whom were sentenced to death. From Harpers Weekly, 4 September 1886
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LIBERTY IS NOT ANARCHY. Thomas Nasts 1886 cartoon approving The Supreme Courts guilty verdict in the trial of eight alleged anarchists, seven of whom were sentenced to death. From Harpers Weekly, 4 September 1886
LIBERTY IS NOT ANARCHY.
Thomas Nasts 1886 cartoon approving The Supreme Courts guilty verdict in the trial of eight alleged anarchists, seven of whom were sentenced to death. From Harpers Weekly, 4 September 1886
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1886 Adolf Albert Anarchist August Chicago Engel Fischer Haymarket Haymarket Martyrs Haymarket Square Labor Movement Liberated Louis Michael Movement Nast Oscar Parson Political Acts Samuel Schwab
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The print titled "LIBERTY IS NOT ANARCHY" captures a significant moment in American history, specifically the aftermath of the Haymarket Affair in 1886. Created by Thomas Nast and featured in Harper's Weekly on September 4th of that year, this cartoon depicts Nast's approval of the Supreme Court's guilty verdict against eight alleged anarchists involved in the incident. The Haymarket Affair was a turning point for the labor movement as it highlighted tensions between workers' rights and political acts. Seven out of the eight defendants were sentenced to death, symbolizing a severe blow to their cause. The image serves as a reminder that liberty should not be confused with anarchy; while individuals have the right to express their grievances and fight for better working conditions, violence and chaos cannot be tolerated. Nast skillfully portrays his message through visual symbolism, capturing key figures such as Michael Albert, Samuel Fielden, Louis Lingg, Oscar Neebe, Adolf Fischer, George Engel, August Spies - known as the Haymarket Martyrs - along with Parsons and Schwab. Their presence emphasizes their role within this historical event. This photograph is more than just an artistic representation; it encapsulates a pivotal moment when America grappled with issues surrounding labor movements and political activism. It stands as a testament to our ongoing struggle to find balance between individual liberties and maintaining order within society.
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