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CARTOON: IRISH IMMIGRANTS, 1873. The Public Schools
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CARTOON: IRISH IMMIGRANTS, 1873. The Public Schools
CARTOON: IRISH IMMIGRANTS, 1873. The Public Schools. American cartoon suggesting that the newly arrived Irish do not trust the public (therefore not Catholic) schools. Cartoon, 1873
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Media ID 13136121
1873 Anti Catholicism Anti Irish Apron Caricature Child Daughter Discrimination Dressing Housemaid Housewife Immigrant Ireland Irish Middle Class Mistress Mother Political Action Protestant Public School Schoolboy Schoolgirl Service Stereotype Parochial
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This print titled "CARTOON: IRISH IMMIGRANTS, 1873. The Public Schools" offers a glimpse into the social dynamics and prejudices faced by Irish immigrants in America during the late 19th century. Depicting an American cartoon from 1873, it highlights the prevalent anti-Catholic sentiment and discrimination experienced by newly arrived Irish families. The image portrays a middle-class household interior where an Irish mother, dressed in traditional attire, is shown with her daughter and son. A caricatured housemaid can be seen in the background. The cartoon suggests that these Irish immigrants do not trust public schools due to their Catholic faith, implying that they prefer parochial education instead. Through this artwork, we witness the challenges faced by immigrant communities as they navigated cultural differences and religious biases within American society at that time. It sheds light on how stereotypes were perpetuated through political action and societal attitudes towards certain ethnic groups. This thought-provoking print serves as a reminder of our history's complexities and encourages us to reflect on how far we have come in terms of embracing diversity and inclusivity today.
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