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A Deferred Engagement. Contemporary American cartoon showing Columbia (the United States) waiting for the outcome of the Rutherford B. Hayes and Samuel J. Tilden presidential election of 1876, in which twenty disputed electoral votes were eventually awarded to Hayes
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A Deferred Engagement. Contemporary American cartoon showing Columbia (the United States) waiting for the outcome of the Rutherford B. Hayes and Samuel J. Tilden presidential election of 1876, in which twenty disputed electoral votes were eventually awarded to Hayes
ELECTION CARTOON, 1876.
A Deferred Engagement. Contemporary American cartoon showing Columbia (the United States) waiting for the outcome of the Rutherford B. Hayes and Samuel J. Tilden presidential election of 1876, in which twenty disputed electoral votes were eventually awarded to Hayes
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Media ID 7783855
1876 Argument Birchard Candidate Canvassing Columbia Electoral College Hayes Republican Rutherford Tilden
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This print titled "A Deferred Engagement" captures a pivotal moment in American history during the presidential election of 1876. The image depicts Columbia, personifying the United States, anxiously awaiting the outcome of the heated contest between Rutherford B. Hayes and Samuel J. Tilden. In this cartoon representation, Columbia symbolizes America's anticipation as she stands on tiptoes with bated breath. The election was marred by controversy and uncertainty, particularly due to twenty disputed electoral votes that held immense significance for both candidates. As tension mounted across the nation, this artwork vividly portrays Columbia's eagerness to learn who would become her next leader. Ultimately, these disputed electoral votes were awarded to Hayes, securing his presidency despite losing the popular vote. This unexpected turn of events is brilliantly captured in this late 19th-century American cartoon. The artist skillfully conveys not only Columbia's anticipation but also highlights the intense political argument surrounding this historic event. Through intricate details and text incorporated into the illustration, viewers are transported back to a time when America grappled with its democratic process. This print serves as a powerful reminder of our nation's rich political heritage while shedding light on an important chapter in American democracy that shaped future elections and solidified our commitment to fair governance through peaceful transitions of power.
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