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Carry Nation with her hatchet, c. 1905 (litho)
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Carry Nation with her hatchet, c. 1905 (litho)
PNP252353 Carry Nation with her hatchet, c.1905 (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carry Nation (1846-1911); Temperance Movement; predominantly female move to ban alcohol; eventually leading to the Prohibition Era of the 1920s; member of the National Womens Christian Temperance Union; member of the Anti-Saloon League; renowned for her habit of smashing up bars with a hatchet; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
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© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
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This lithograph captures the indomitable spirit of Carry Nation, a prominent figure in the Temperance Movement during the early 20th century. With her iconic hatchet in hand, she stands as a symbol of female emancipation and determination. Carry Nation's crusade against alcohol abuse led her to become a feared enforcer of sobriety. Known for her ferocious and angry demeanor, she would smash up bars with her trusty hatchet, leaving behind shattered glass and cowering bartenders in her wake. In this powerful image, we see Carry Nation standing amidst the wreckage of a saloon she has just demolished. The mirror behind her reflects not only her own resolute expression but also serves as a metaphor for society's reflection on its own vices. The artist skillfully portrays Carry Nation as both an embodiment of virtue and an agent of destruction. Her actions were driven by a deep-seated belief that abstention from alcohol was crucial for societal progress. This lithograph is not merely an artistic representation; it encapsulates the fervor and passion that fueled Carry Nation's mission. It serves as a reminder of the significant role women played in shaping American history during this era and their fight for social change. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back to a time when one woman's unwavering determination challenged societal norms and paved the way for prohibition laws that would define an entire decade.
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