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The Yankee Fireman, 1866. Artist: John Tenniel
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The Yankee Fireman, 1866. Artist: John Tenniel
The Yankee Fireman, 1866. The figure of Canada remarks They say theres Fire at Head-Centre House. If it Spreads to My Premises -. To which Fireman Johnson replies Guess its only Smoke, Miss. Wait till it Busts Out. President Andrew Johnson (who had taken office on the assassination of Abraham Lincoln) laconically reassures Miss Canada that the matter will burn itself out without intervention.The American branch of the Irish Fenian movement had recently planned to invade Canada and, by the beginning of April 1866, had crossed the border from America. The American government had promised to cooperate in quashing the plot. From Punch, or the London Charivari, April 7, 1866
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The Yankee Fireman, 1866
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is a captivating print that captures a significant moment in history. Created by renowned artists Andrew Johnson and John Tenniel, this artwork provides a satirical commentary on the tense relationship between America and Canada during the 19th century. The image depicts a female figure representing Canada pointing towards Head-Centre House, expressing her concern about the potential fire spreading to her premises. In response, Fireman Johnson dismisses her worries as mere smoke and advises her to wait until it bursts out. President Andrew Johnson can be seen in the background, calmly reassuring Miss Canada that the situation will resolve itself without intervention. This political cartoon reflects the context of its time when tensions were high due to an attempted invasion of Canada by the American branch of the Irish Fenian movement. The American government had pledged cooperation in suppressing this plot. Through clever symbolism and satire, "The Yankee Fireman" highlights both political intrigue and national pride. With its monochrome aesthetic and attention to detail, this engraving showcases Tenniel's artistic prowess while providing historical insight into 19th-century politics. It serves as a reminder of how art can capture complex narratives within a single frame. This print from Heritage Images offers viewers an opportunity to delve into history through visual storytelling while appreciating the talent of two esteemed artists: Andrew Johnson and John Tenniel.
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