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English cartoon by Ernest Howard Shepard from Punch, 19 June 1940, satirizing the paltry amount of aid being offered to the Allies in World War II by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Uncle Sam
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English cartoon by Ernest Howard Shepard from Punch, 19 June 1940, satirizing the paltry amount of aid being offered to the Allies in World War II by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Uncle Sam
CARTOON: U.S. AID, 1940.
English cartoon by Ernest Howard Shepard from Punch, 19 June 1940, satirizing the paltry amount of aid being offered to the Allies in World War II by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Uncle Sam
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1940 Allied Cornucopia Delano Democrat Empty Ernest Franklin Help Howard Personification Political Punch Roosevelt Satire Shepard Uncle Sam World War 2 Wrench War Plane
EDITORS COMMENTS
This cartoon print by Ernest Howard Shepard from Punch, dated 19 June 1940, brilliantly satirizes the meager assistance provided to the Allies during World War II by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Uncle Sam. The image portrays a personified Uncle Sam holding an empty cornucopia, symbolizing the lack of aid being offered by America at that time. President Roosevelt, depicted as a war plane flying overhead with a wrench in hand, represents his efforts to provide support but falls short of expectations. The cartoon captures the frustration felt by many who believed that America could do more to help its allies during this critical period. Shepard's clever use of political satire highlights the discrepancy between what was expected and what was actually delivered in terms of aid. With its thought-provoking imagery and sharp commentary on international relations, this piece serves as a reminder of the challenges faced during World War II and raises questions about America's role in global affairs. It is a testament to Shepard's skill as an artist and his ability to capture complex political issues through his drawings. This historical artifact from Punch magazine offers us valuable insights into public sentiment at that time while reminding us of our responsibility to critically examine our leaders' actions when it comes to supporting those in need.
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