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President Collection (#93)

From political scandals to wartime heroes, and from iconic leaders to controversial figures

Background imagePresident Collection: Southern Democrats forcing black voters to vote the Democratic ticket

Southern Democrats forcing black voters to vote the Democratic ticket: cartoon published in an American newspaper just
SOUTH: FORCED VOTE, 1876. Southern Democrats forcing black voters to vote the Democratic ticket: cartoon published in an American newspaper just before the presidential election of 1876

Background imagePresident Collection: Compromise - Indeed! American cartoon by Thomas Nast, January 1877

Compromise - Indeed! American cartoon by Thomas Nast, January 1877, on the presidential election between Rutherford B
ELECTION CARTOON, 1877. Compromise - Indeed! American cartoon by Thomas Nast, January 1877, on the presidential election between Rutherford B

Background imagePresident Collection: 1919: contemporary cartoon by Nelson Harding depicting President Wilsons cherished League of

1919: contemporary cartoon by Nelson Harding depicting President Wilsons cherished League of Nations met by Republican
A PILGRIM LANDING IN AMERICA, 1919: contemporary cartoon by Nelson Harding depicting President Wilsons cherished League of Nations met by Republican hostilities upon reaching American shores

Background imagePresident Collection: Andrew Heller Johnsons Great Ring Trick. Reconstruction cartoon from a contemporary newspaper

Andrew Heller Johnsons Great Ring Trick. Reconstruction cartoon from a contemporary newspaper
ANDREW JOHNSON (1808-1875). Andrew Heller Johnsons Great Ring Trick. Reconstruction cartoon from a contemporary newspaper

Background imagePresident Collection: One thousand dollare banknote issued by the Confederate States of America at Montgomery, Alabama

One thousand dollare banknote issued by the Confederate States of America at Montgomery, Alabama, 1861. John C
CONFEDERATE BANKNOTE. One thousand dollare banknote issued by the Confederate States of America at Montgomery, Alabama, 1861. John C. Calhoun is on the left; Andrew Jackson is on the right

Background imagePresident Collection: It Seems There Wasn t Any Depression at All! : D. R. Fitzpatricks cartoon comment on ex-President

It Seems There Wasn t Any Depression at All! : D. R. Fitzpatricks cartoon comment on ex-President Hoovers speech at St
CARTOON: DEPRESSION, 1935. It Seems There Wasn t Any Depression at All! : D.R. Fitzpatricks cartoon comment on ex-President Hoovers speech at St Louis in December 1935 in which he indicated strongly

Background imagePresident Collection: Governor of Texas John Connally, with his arm still in a sling after being injured during

Governor of Texas John Connally, with his arm still in a sling after being injured during the assassination of John F
CONNALLY & JOHNSON, 1964. Governor of Texas John Connally, with his arm still in a sling after being injured during the assassination of John F. Kennedy, speaks with president Lyndon Johnson

Background imagePresident Collection: American cartoon depicting President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Secretary of Commerce Harry Hopkins

American cartoon depicting President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Secretary of Commerce Harry Hopkins pushing forward
CARTOON: NEW DEAL, 1936. American cartoon depicting President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Secretary of Commerce Harry Hopkins pushing forward outrageous spending on New Deal programs

Background imagePresident Collection: Cartoon of Theodore Roosevelt, c1909, by Clifford Berryman

Cartoon of Theodore Roosevelt, c1909, by Clifford Berryman
ROOSEVELT CARTOON, c1909. Cartoon of Theodore Roosevelt, c1909, by Clifford Berryman

Background imagePresident Collection: Cherokee Chief John Jolly, also known as Ahuludegi, embracing his adoptive son, Samuel Houston

Cherokee Chief John Jolly, also known as Ahuludegi, embracing his adoptive son, Samuel Houston
SAM HOUSTON & JOHN JOLLY. Cherokee Chief John Jolly, also known as Ahuludegi, embracing his adoptive son, Samuel Houston. Wood engraving, American, 1860

Background imagePresident Collection: Phryne Before the Chicago Tribunal : American lithograph cartoon by Bernard Gillam, 1884

Phryne Before the Chicago Tribunal : American lithograph cartoon by Bernard Gillam, 1884
BLAINE CARTOON, 1884. Phryne Before the Chicago Tribunal : American lithograph cartoon by Bernard Gillam, 1884, showing presidential candidate James G

Background imagePresident Collection: The tomb of Ulysses S. Grant on Riverside Drive at 123rd Street in upper Manhattan

The tomb of Ulysses S. Grant on Riverside Drive at 123rd Street in upper Manhattan
NEW YORK: GRANTs TOMB. The tomb of Ulysses S. Grant on Riverside Drive at 123rd Street in upper Manhattan, and the recently completed George Washington Bridge across the Hudson River

Background imagePresident Collection: Cartoon depicting newly elected President Franklin Delano Roosevelt throwing out the trash of

Cartoon depicting newly elected President Franklin Delano Roosevelt throwing out the trash of the departing Hoover
CARTOON: FDR, 1933. Cartoon depicting newly elected President Franklin Delano Roosevelt throwing out the trash of the departing Hoover administration. Drawing, 1933, by Jerry Doyle

Background imagePresident Collection: No Molly-Coddling Here. President Theodore Roosevelt swinging away his Big Stick at the trusts

No Molly-Coddling Here. President Theodore Roosevelt swinging away his Big Stick at the trusts
ROOSEVELT CARTOON, 1904. No Molly-Coddling Here. President Theodore Roosevelt swinging away his Big Stick at the trusts and Every Thing in General. American cartoon, 1904

Background imagePresident Collection: President Richard Nixons desk in the Oval Office at the White House. Photograph, c1970

President Richard Nixons desk in the Oval Office at the White House. Photograph, c1970
WHITE HOUSE: OVAL OFFICE. President Richard Nixons desk in the Oval Office at the White House. Photograph, c1970

Background imagePresident Collection: George Washington, on horseback, at the Battle of the Monongahela, July 9, 1755

George Washington, on horseback, at the Battle of the Monongahela, July 9, 1755
WASHINGTON: MONONGAHELA. George Washington, on horseback, at the Battle of the Monongahela, July 9, 1755, after Braddocks army was attacked by French forces from Fort Duquesne

Background imagePresident Collection: Brave Boy of the Waxhaws. 14 year old Andrew Jackson receiving a sword cut for refusing to clean

Brave Boy of the Waxhaws. 14 year old Andrew Jackson receiving a sword cut for refusing to clean the boots of a British
YOUNG ANDREW JACKSON. Brave Boy of the Waxhaws. 14 year old Andrew Jackson receiving a sword cut for refusing to clean the boots of a British officer in 1781. Lithograph, 1876, by Currier & Ives

Background imagePresident Collection: Looks as if the New Leadership Was Really Going to Lead. American cartoon, c1933

Looks as if the New Leadership Was Really Going to Lead. American cartoon, c1933, showing President Franklin D
CARTOON: NEW DEAL, 1933. Looks as if the New Leadership Was Really Going to Lead. American cartoon, c1933, showing President Franklin D

Background imagePresident Collection: John Wilkes Booth, with knife rather than a gun, leaps from President Abraham Lincolns box at

John Wilkes Booth, with knife rather than a gun, leaps from President Abraham Lincolns box at Fords Theater
LINCOLN ASSASSINATION. John Wilkes Booth, with knife rather than a gun, leaps from President Abraham Lincolns box at Fords Theater, to escape after assassinating Lincoln

Background imagePresident Collection: The Reluctant Bridegroom. An 1897 American cartoon on the growing annexation movement

The Reluctant Bridegroom. An 1897 American cartoon on the growing annexation movement
HAWAIIAN ANNEXATION, 1897. The Reluctant Bridegroom. An 1897 American cartoon on the growing annexation movement. Secretary of State John Sherman officiates

Background imagePresident Collection: The Cash Register Chorus. American cartoon by D. R. Fitzpatrick, 1924

The Cash Register Chorus. American cartoon by D. R. Fitzpatrick, 1924, on the popularity of President Calvin Coolidges
COOLIDGE: CASH REGISTER. The Cash Register Chorus. American cartoon by D.R. Fitzpatrick, 1924, on the popularity of President Calvin Coolidges laissez-faire policies with American business leaders

Background imagePresident Collection: An early 20th century American cartoon on the Monroe Doctrine

An early 20th century American cartoon on the Monroe Doctrine, proclaimed by President James Monroe in his message to
MONROE DOCTRINE CARTOON. An early 20th century American cartoon on the Monroe Doctrine, proclaimed by President James Monroe in his message to Congress of 2 December 1823

Background imagePresident Collection: William McKinley Cartoon

William McKinley Cartoon
WILLIAM McKINLEY CARTOON. Well, I Hardly Know Which To Take First! American cartoon comment, c1900, on Uncle Sams seemingly insatiable imperialist appetite; waiting to take the order, at right

Background imagePresident Collection: New Deal Cartoon, C1935

New Deal Cartoon, C1935
NEW DEAL CARTOON, c1935. President Franklin D. Roosevelt trying to heal a Depression-stricken United States with an every-growing assortment of New Deal agencies and programs

Background imagePresident Collection: Cartoon: Fdr & Workingmen

Cartoon: Fdr & Workingmen
CARTOON: FDR & WORKINGMEN. Yes, You Remembered Me (The Forgotten Man). Cartoon, 1936, by Clarence D. Batchelor, on President Franklin D

Background imagePresident Collection: Panama Canal Cartoon, 1903

Panama Canal Cartoon, 1903
PANAMA CANAL CARTOON, 1903. The Man Behind the Egg: American cartoon, 1903, giving Philippe-Jean Bunau-Varilla (left) credit for the negotiations by which President Theodore Roosevelt acquired

Background imagePresident Collection: 500 Dollar Bill

500 Dollar Bill
500 DOLLAR BILL. President William McKinley on the front of a U.S five hundred dollar note, 1934

Background imagePresident Collection: New Deal Cartoon, 1933

New Deal Cartoon, 1933
NEW DEAL CARTOON, 1933. Looks as if the New Leadership Was Really Going to Lead. American cartoon, c1933, showing President Franklin D

Background imagePresident Collection: Wilson: League of Nations

Wilson: League of Nations
WILSON: LEAGUE OF NATIONS. Pilgrim Landing in America, 1919. American cartoon by Nelson Harding, 1919, depicting President Woodrow Wilsons cherished League of Nations met by Republican hostilities

Background imagePresident Collection: Roosevelt Cartoon, 1900S

Roosevelt Cartoon, 1900S
ROOSEVELT CARTOON, 1900s. Cartoon from the Chicago Record-Herald, c1906, on President Theodore Roosevelts order reserving the public timber and coal lands

Background imagePresident Collection: Woodrow Wilson Cartoon

Woodrow Wilson Cartoon
WOODROW WILSON CARTOON. American cartoon, 1914, on the active role adopted by the U.S. in the affairs of Latin American countries, particularly U.S

Background imagePresident Collection: Hoover Cartoon, 1935

Hoover Cartoon, 1935
HOOVER CARTOON, 1935. D.R. Fitzpatricks cartoon commenting on ex-President Herbert Hoovers speech at St. Louis, Missouri, in December 1935 in which he indicated strongly that the depression was

Background imagePresident Collection: T. Jefferson Cartoon, 1809

T. Jefferson Cartoon, 1809
T. JEFFERSON CARTOON, 1809. " Intercourse or Impartial Dealings" : an American cartoon of 1809 by " Peter Pencil" showing President Thomas Jefferson being robbed by England

Background imagePresident Collection: CARTOON: FDR, 1932

CARTOON: FDR, 1932. Just leave em, Herb. I ll do it all after March 4. Cartoon, 1932, by Clifford Berryman

Background imagePresident Collection: Gettysburg Address

Gettysburg Address
GETTYSBURG ADDRESS. Abraham Lincoln delivering his Gettysburg Address, 19 November 1863. Lithograph, 1905

Background imagePresident Collection: George Washington

George Washington
GEORGE WASHINGTON (1732-1799). First President of the United States. Oil on canvas by Gilbert Stuart, 1822

Background imagePresident Collection: World War Ii: Cartoon, 1938

World War Ii: Cartoon, 1938
WORLD WAR II: CARTOON, 1938. Laocoon, 1938. Cartoon by Clifford Berryman depicting the political struggle regarding Americas involvement in World War II

Background imagePresident Collection: Teapot Dome Scandal, 1924

Teapot Dome Scandal, 1924
TEAPOT DOME SCANDAL, 1924. Bargain Day in Washington. American cartoon, 1924, by Ellison Hoover on the political corruption of the Harding administration revealed by Teapot Dome

Background imagePresident Collection: Georgia: Voters, 1867

Georgia: Voters, 1867
GEORGIA: VOTERS, 1867. Freedmen in a voter registration office at Macon, Georgia. Wood engraving, 1867

Background imagePresident Collection: New Deal Cartoon, 1938

New Deal Cartoon, 1938
NEW DEAL CARTOON, 1938. Old Reliable! American cartoon, 1938, by Clifford Berryman criticizing President Roosevelt for his New Deal spending policies

Background imagePresident Collection: King Andrew the First

King Andrew the First
KING ANDREW THE FIRST. American lithograph cartoon, c1832, satirizing the autocratic ways of President Andrew Jackson

Background imagePresident Collection: PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1848. Martin Van Buren and Charles Francis Adams as Free Soil Party

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1848. Martin Van Buren and Charles Francis Adams as Free Soil Party candidates for President and Vice President on an 1848 campaign poster by Nathaniel Currier

Background imagePresident Collection: JEFFERSON CAMPAIGN, 1804. Republican campaign poster, 1804, encouraging the election of President

JEFFERSON CAMPAIGN, 1804. Republican campaign poster, 1804, encouraging the election of President Thomas Jefferson and Vice-President George Clinton

Background imagePresident Collection: PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1816. Democratic-Republican campaign poster of 1816

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1816. Democratic-Republican campaign poster of 1816, identifying the Federalist Party, depicted as a pro-British devil, with the Hartford Convention of 1814

Background imagePresident Collection: LINCOLN CARTOON, 1864. Long Abraham Lincoln a Little Longer. Abraham Lincon (1809-1865)

LINCOLN CARTOON, 1864. Long Abraham Lincoln a Little Longer. Abraham Lincon (1809-1865), 16th President of the United States

Background imagePresident Collection: Senora Carmen Romero Rubio de Diaz

Senora Carmen Romero Rubio de Diaz (1864-1944), second wife of Porfirio Diaz, President of Mexico. Date: circa 1904

Background imagePresident Collection: Death of President Abraham Lincoln

Death of President Abraham Lincoln in Washington, D.C. April 15th 1865. The Nations Martyr. Mr. Chase C. J. Secy. McCulloch. Atty. General. Vice Prest. Johnson. Chas. Sumner. Secy. Stanton. Secy

Background imagePresident Collection: Royal Wedding 1947 - wedding gift from US president

Royal Wedding 1947 - wedding gift from US president
A wedding gift for Princess Elizabeth on her marriage to Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten on 20 November 1947, from the President of the United States of America, Harry S




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From political scandals to wartime heroes, and from iconic leaders to controversial figures, the concept of a president encompasses a wide spectrum of history and influence. In 1960, an anti-Nixon poster emerged, questioning the trustworthiness of Republican presidential candidate Richard Nixon with the provocative question: 'Would YOU buy a used car from this man?' This sentiment reflects the skepticism that can arise during election campaigns. During World War I, Wartime Toby jugs became popular collectibles depicting various presidents and leaders. These ceramic jugs served as reminders of their role in shaping history and symbolized patriotism during challenging times. In another era, an intriguing Chesterfield ad featured Ronald Reagan before he became President. This advertisement showcased his charisma and charm long before his political career took off. The intersection between royalty and politics is evident in Queen Elizabeth II's encounters with the Kennedys. Their meetings captured public fascination as two influential families came together on diplomatic occasions. Moving across continents to North Korea, a painting depicting Kim Jong Il and Kim Il Sung showcases how leaders are revered through art in different cultures. The image represents their significant impact on North Korean society. History takes us back further to Henri Christophe, who rose from slavery to become Haiti's first President after independence from France. His story exemplifies resilience against all odds. General Ulysses S. Grant played a pivotal role during The American Civil War when he accepted General Lee's surrender at Appomattox Court House in 1865—an event immortalized by Thomas Nast's painting titled 'LEEs SURRENDER 1865. ' It marked a turning point towards peace for the divided nation. Abraham Lincoln stands tall among these great leaders as one of America's most revered Presidents. His leadership during the Civil War and unwavering commitment to abolishing slavery left an indelible mark on American history. Fidel Castro was known for his powerful speeches that captivated audiences and shaped the course of Cuba's political landscape.