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MEXICAN WAR CARTOON, 1846. American cartoon, 1846, showing America cutting up Mexico
MEXICAN WAR CARTOON, 1846.
American cartoon, 1846, showing America cutting up Mexico, while England fishes for Oregon
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1846 Brother Jonathan Bull John Bull Latin America Latin American Manifest Destiny Mesoamerica Mesoamerican Mexican Mexico Northwest Oregon Political Action Top Hat
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The "Mexican War Cartoon, 1846" is a powerful depiction of the political climate during that time. Created by an American cartoonist in 1846, this artwork showcases America's expansionist ambitions and its controversial actions towards Mexico. In the image, we see America personified as a strong figure wearing a top hat, wielding a knife to cut up Mexico. This represents the aggressive territorial acquisitions made by the United States during the Mexican-American War. Meanwhile, England is depicted as fishing for Oregon in the background, symbolizing their involvement and interest in expanding their own territories. This cartoon reflects the concept of Manifest Destiny prevalent at that time - the belief that it was America's destiny to expand its borders from coast to coast. It also highlights tensions between nations and their scramble for land across North America. The artist cleverly uses symbolism such as Brother Jonathan (a personification of America), John Bull (a representation of England), and various Latin American references to convey complex political ideas through visual imagery. This historical print serves as a reminder of past conflicts and power struggles while inviting viewers to reflect on issues surrounding imperialism, nationalism, and territorial disputes.
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