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St. Louiss object lesson to anti-expansionists
St. Louiss object lesson to anti-expansionists. Illustration shows a statue of Thomas Jefferson labeled Thomas Jefferson The Father of Expansion at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in Saint Louis, Missouri, with Puck directing the attention of George F. Hoar and other anti-expansionists Edward Atkinson, Carl Schurz, and Charles F. Adams who look on in disbelief. Date 1903 April 15. St. Louiss object lesson to anti-expansionists. Illustration shows a statue of Thomas Jefferson labeled Thomas Jefferson The Father of Expansion at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in Saint Louis, Missouri, with Puck directing the attention of George F. Hoar and other anti-expansionists Edward Atkinson, Carl Schurz, and Charles F. Adams who look on in disbelief. Date 1903 April 15
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In this thought-provoking illustration from 1903, Puck, the mischievous and satirical character from American humor magazine Puck, plays the role of a guide at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in Saint Louis, Missouri. He points towards a grand statue of Thomas Jefferson, labeling him as "Thomas Jefferson, The Father of Expansion." The statue stands proudly amidst the World's Fair, symbolizing the United States' westward expansion under Jefferson's leadership. However, Jefferson's expansionist legacy is not met with admiration by all. Three prominent anti-expansionist politicians, George F. Hoar, Edward Atkinson, Carl Schurz, and Charles F. Adams, are depicted in the scene, looking on in disbelief. Their opposition to expansionist policies was rooted in concerns over the moral and financial implications of acquiring new territories. This illustration serves as a powerful object lesson, highlighting the ongoing debate between expansionists and anti-expansionists in American politics during the late 19th century. The contrasting perspectives of Jefferson as a hero of expansion and the anti-expansionists as concerned citizens add depth to the historical narrative, reflecting the complexities of the era's political landscape. This image, created in 1903 on April 15, is a testament to the rich and nuanced history of the United States and the ongoing discourse surrounding its territorial growth. It is an essential reminder of the diverse voices and opinions that have shaped the nation's history.
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