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RUSSO-TURKISH WAR, 1877. Peace Rumors. American cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1877
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RUSSO-TURKISH WAR, 1877. Peace Rumors. American cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1877
RUSSO-TURKISH WAR, 1877.
Peace Rumors. American cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1877, showing Britain, Germany, Austria-Hungary and Russia carving up the Ottoman Empire as a powerless Turkey looks on
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Peace Rumors - The Carving of Empires
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. In this thought-provoking print by Thomas Nast, we are transported back to the Russo-Turkish War of 1877. As peace rumors circulate, the artist skillfully captures the geopolitical tensions and power dynamics at play during this pivotal moment in history. The scene unfolds with Britain, Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Russia huddled around a map of the Ottoman Empire. With scissors in hand, they symbolically carve up the once-mighty empire as a powerless Turkey looks on helplessly. Each nation's representative wears distinct symbols of their authority - from England's John Bull donning his traditional cap to Germany's Kaiser sporting a pickelhaube helmet. Nast's cartoon serves as biting social commentary on colonialism and territorial expansion prevalent during that era. It highlights how major European powers sought to exploit weakened nations for their own gain while disregarding notions of sovereignty or self-determination. Amidst all this political maneuvering stands an intriguing figure - a pacifist smoker wearing a fez representing Turkey itself. This individual represents hope for peaceful resolution amidst conflict but is overshadowed by the dominant forces surrounding them. Through clever satire and meticulous detail, Nast prompts viewers to question the ethics behind these actions and reflect upon broader themes such as diplomacy, military might, and imperialistic ambitions. This print from Granger Art on Demand transports us back in time to witness an important chapter in world history while
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