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CIVIL WAR: COPPERHEAD, 1863. A Northern American newspaper cartoon of 1863 satirizing a Copperhead orator. The references are to the two foremost declamatory actors of the day, Edwin Forrest and Edwin Booth, elder brother of John Wilkes Booth, the future assassin of Abraham Lincoln
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CIVIL WAR: COPPERHEAD, 1863. A Northern American newspaper cartoon of 1863 satirizing a Copperhead orator. The references are to the two foremost declamatory actors of the day, Edwin Forrest and Edwin Booth, elder brother of John Wilkes Booth, the future assassin of Abraham Lincoln
CIVIL WAR: COPPERHEAD, 1863.
A Northern American newspaper cartoon of 1863 satirizing a Copperhead orator. The references are to the two foremost declamatory actors of the day, Edwin Forrest and Edwin Booth, elder brother of John Wilkes Booth, the future assassin of Abraham Lincoln
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1863 Booth Copperhead Edwin Forrest Political Acts Speech
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The print titled "CIVIL WAR: COPPERHEAD, 1863" captures a fascinating moment in American history. This Northern American newspaper cartoon from 1863 offers a satirical portrayal of a Copperhead orator during the Civil War era. The cartoon cleverly references two prominent actors of the time, Edwin Forrest and Edwin Booth, who were known for their powerful declamatory skills on stage. What makes this image even more intriguing is the connection to John Wilkes Booth, the future assassin of President Abraham Lincoln. Edwin Booth was his elder brother, adding an eerie layer to this historical snapshot. In this political satire piece, we can see how art was used as a means to comment on and criticize societal issues during such tumultuous times. It serves as a reminder that even amidst war and conflict, humor and artistic expression found their place in shaping public opinion. This print provides us with a glimpse into middle America's perception of political acts during the Civil War period. It highlights not only the tensions between different factions but also showcases how influential figures like actors could become symbols within larger debates. Overall, this image invites viewers to reflect on the power of satire and its role in shaping public discourse during one of America's most defining moments – the Civil War.
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