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William Boss Tweed and Horace Greeley, from Harpers Weekly
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William Boss Tweed and Horace Greeley, from Harpers Weekly
PNP284620 William Boss Tweed and Horace Greeley, from Harpers Weekly, 3rd August 1872 (engraving) by Nast, Thomas (1840-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Marcey Boss Tweed (1823-78) corrupt leader of the Tammany Society, the Democratic Party Political Machine; his fraud and stealing of public money; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22356584
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Agreement American Politician Boss Corruption Elected Fraudster Graft Illegal Activity Nomination Policeman Political Satire Power Broker Scandal Tammany Hall Nominated Nominations
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This print captures a significant moment in American political history, showcasing the contrasting personalities of William Boss Tweed and Horace Greeley. The engraving, created by Thomas Nast for Harpers Weekly on August 3rd, 1872, portrays Tweed and Greeley side by side. William Marcey Boss Tweed was notorious for his corrupt leadership of the Tammany Society, a Democratic Party Political Machine. Known for his fraudulent activities and embezzlement of public funds, he symbolized the dark underbelly of politics during that era. In contrast, Horace Greeley represented an honest and principled approach to governance. The image serves as a powerful political satire highlighting the scandalous nature of Tweed's actions. It depicts him as a power broker surrounded by symbols representing illegal activity and corruption. Meanwhile, Greeley stands tall with integrity as a nominee challenging this system. This engraving not only reflects the intense rivalry between these two politicians but also sheds light on broader issues within American politics at that time. It showcases how individuals like Tweed manipulated their positions for personal gain while exposing the flaws in America's government structure. Overall, this historic print provides valuable insight into an era marked by political graft and manipulation. It serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency and ethical behavior in our democratic systems today.
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