Uncle John
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Uncle John
Uncle John. Illustration shows John D. Rockefeller, full-length, dressed up as Uncle Sam, admiring himself in a mirror. Uncle Sam is sitting on the left in his underclothes with the an eagle perched next to him. A much larger eagle labeled Aldrich is perched on a large Oil can to the right of Rockefeller. Date 1906 March 14. Uncle John. Illustration shows John D. Rockefeller, full-length, dressed up as Uncle Sam, admiring himself in a mirror. Uncle Sam is sitting on the left in his underclothes with the an eagle perched next to him. A much larger eagle labeled Aldrich is perched on a large Oil can to the right of Rockefeller. Date 1906 March 14
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Uncle John: John D. Rockefeller in an Unusual Role - This intriguing illustration, published in Puck magazine on March 14, 1906, depicts industrial magnate John D. Rockefeller in an unexpected guise. Dressed as Uncle Sam, the symbol of American patriotism, Rockefeller gazes approvingly at his reflection in a mirror. The iconic figure of Uncle Sam is traditionally portrayed in full clothing and wearing a top hat, but here he is shown in his underclothes, adding a humorous twist to the image. Accompanying Uncle Sam is an eagle, a symbol of America's power and freedom. Perched next to him, the eagle represents the spirit of the nation. To the right, a much larger eagle, labeled "Aldrich," sits atop a large oil can. This eagle likely refers to Nelson Aldrich, a prominent American senator and a key figure in the trust-busting era. The oil can symbolizes Rockefeller's vast oil empire, Standard Oil. The illustration, created by an unknown artist for Puck magazine, offers a playful commentary on the intersection of business, politics, and national identity in early 20th century America. Rockefeller's transformation into Uncle Sam highlights the influence and power of industrialists during this period, while the presence of the eagles adds a patriotic touch to the image.
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