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Army Medical Examiner: At last, a perfect soldier! American antiwar cartoon, 1915, by Robert Minor for the socialist magazine The Masses, suggesting that the best fighter would be all brawn and no brains
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Army Medical Examiner: At last, a perfect soldier! American antiwar cartoon, 1915, by Robert Minor for the socialist magazine The Masses, suggesting that the best fighter would be all brawn and no brains
CARTOON: RECRUITMENT, 1915.
Army Medical Examiner: " At last, a perfect soldier!" American antiwar cartoon, 1915, by Robert Minor for the socialist magazine The Masses, suggesting that the best fighter would be all brawn and no brains
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1915 Army Examination Medicine Minor Muscle Pacifist Political Acts Recruiting Robert Satire Socialist World War I Masses
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The print captures a thought-provoking cartoon by Robert Minor, created in 1915 for the socialist magazine The Masses. Titled "Army Medical Examiner: At last, a perfect soldier!", this American antiwar illustration offers a satirical commentary on the concept of an ideal fighter during World War I. In the cartoon, we see an army medical examiner proudly examining a muscular soldier while exclaiming that he has finally found the epitome of perfection. The underlying message is clear – according to Minor's perspective – society values physical strength over intellectual prowess when it comes to warfare. Through his artistry, Minor challenges conventional notions of what makes a good soldier and highlights the absurdity of prioritizing brawn over brains. By depicting this exaggerated figure as the embodiment of military excellence, he aims to critique recruitment practices and question their effectiveness. This political act serves as both social commentary and pacifist propaganda during a time when America was grappling with its involvement in global conflicts. It reflects not only Minor's personal beliefs but also echoes wider sentiments within socialist circles at that time. Overall, this powerful image invites viewers to reflect on societal priorities and raises important questions about war, recruitment strategies, and the true qualities required for effective soldiership beyond mere physical strength.
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