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Justice to the Rescue!, 1876. Artist: Joseph Swain
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Justice to the Rescue!, 1876. Artist: Joseph Swain
Justice to the Rescue!, 1876. Uncle Sam and John Bull, representing Britain and the United States of America, are tearing up the Extradition Treaty of 1842. The allegorical figure of Justice, identifiable by her sword and scales, intervenes, saying: Stop, gentlemen! You ve both of you too many rogues loose, to do without that!. The extradition treaty was a clause dealing with the mutual extradition of criminals and was part of the Webster-Ashburton Treaty, an agreement between the United States and Britain which was one of the many instances in which the two nations settled disputes without going to war. From Punch, or the London Charivari, July 1, 1876
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Justice to the Rescue!, 1876
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is a powerful political cartoon captured by Joseph Swain and John Tenniel. The image portrays Uncle Sam, representing the United States of America, and John Bull, symbolizing Britain, engaged in a heated argument while tearing up the Extradition Treaty of 1842. Both nations are depicted as fat and stubborn figures, emphasizing their disagreement. In this allegorical scene, Justice steps in as an authoritative figure with her sword and scales to halt their destructive actions. She reminds them that they have too many rogues loose to do without such an agreement. The extradition treaty was a crucial clause dealing with mutual cooperation in extraditing criminals between both countries. This satirical artwork highlights the significance of diplomacy and conciliation over war as means of settling disputes between nations during the 19th century. It showcases how disagreements can be resolved through dialogue rather than resorting to violence. The black-and-white engraving adds depth to this historical piece, capturing the essence of its time. Through clever caricature techniques, Swain skillfully conveys complex political messages about power dynamics and international relations. "Justice to the Rescue!, 1876" serves as a reminder of our shared history and heritage while shedding light on timeless themes such as justice, politics, treaties, disagreement, and compromise. This print stands not only as a testament to artistic brilliance but also offers valuable insights into diplomatic negotiations that continue shaping our world today.
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