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The Panama Affair, from the front page of the illustrated supplement of Le Petit Journal
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The Panama Affair, from the front page of the illustrated supplement of Le Petit Journal
XIR386249 The Panama Affair, from the front page of the illustrated supplement of Le Petit Journal, 8th April 1893 (color litho) by Meyer, Henri (1844-99); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parlons d autre chose; Lets talk about something else; The Panama Affair broke out in 1892; In perhaps the largest monetary corruption scandal of the 19th century, the French government took bribes to keep quiet about the the financial troubles of the Panama Canal Company; ); French, out of copyright
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. In this print from 1893, we are transported back to a time of political turmoil and financial corruption. The front page of Le Petit Journal's illustrated supplement showcases Henri Meyer's color lithograph capturing the essence of "The Panama Affair". This scandalous event, which erupted in 1892, remains one of the most significant monetary corruption scandals of the 19th century. Meyer's artwork skillfully depicts various aspects surrounding this notorious affair. From Marianne, symbolizing France herself, looking on with concern to representatives from agriculture, industry, military, education, and even common professions like blacksmiths and explorers – all are affected by this shocking revelation. The presence of both men and women emphasizes how deeply ingrained this scandal was within French society. At its core lies the infamous bribery scheme orchestrated by the French government to conceal financial troubles plaguing the Panama Canal Company. As money exchanged hands behind closed doors, public trust crumbled while whispers grew louder about those involved in these illicit activities. While this image may not explicitly mention commercial use or delve into specific details regarding individuals implicated in the scandal itself—such as Ferdinand de Lesseps—it serves as a powerful reminder of an era when greed overshadowed integrity. Through Meyer's artistic lens and Le Petit Journal's platform for dissemination, "The Panama Affair" became etched into history as a cautionary tale against unchecked power and moral
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