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CARTOON: U. S. NEUTRALITY. Satirical American cartoon comment, c1917, on Uncle Sams conflicting desires to encourage peace by remaining neutral in World War I and to profiteer by selling munitions to the Allies
CARTOON: U.S. NEUTRALITY.
Satirical American cartoon comment, c1917, on Uncle Sams conflicting desires to encourage peace by remaining neutral in World War I and to profiteer by selling munitions to the Allies
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1917 Action Allied Ammunition Artistic Concepts Commerce Encbr Intervention Isolationism Neutral Pacifist Political Acts Profit Promoter Satire Sign Uncle Sam World War Polit
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This satirical American cartoon from 1917 captures the conflicting desires of Uncle Sam during World War I. Titled "U. S. Neutrality" it humorously depicts Uncle Sam torn between his aspirations for peace and his urge to profit by selling munitions to the Allies. The cartoon artistically portrays Uncle Sam as a man with a hat and beard, symbolizing America's identity at that time. On one side, he holds up a sign promoting neutrality, emphasizing the nation's desire to stay out of the war and encourage peaceful resolutions. However, on the other side, he is shown engaging in commerce by selling ammunition to the Allied forces. This clever illustration highlights America's struggle with isolationism versus interventionism during this period. While some Americans advocated for remaining neutral and avoiding entanglement in foreign conflicts, others saw an opportunity for economic gain through arms sales. The cartoon effectively captures this tension between pacifist ideals and profit-driven motives within American society at that time. It serves as both a critique of Uncle Sam's contradictory stance on neutrality and an observation on how political acts can be influenced by commercial interests. Overall, this thought-provoking image offers valuable insight into America's complex position during World War I while showcasing artistic concepts such as satire and political commentary.
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