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CIVIL WAR: CARTOON, 1861. Emperor Napoleon III of France and John Bull as pawnbrokers receiving Confederate commissioners to France, John Slidell, and to England, James M. Mason. Cartoon from a Northern American newspaper following the removal of Slidell and Mason from the British mail steamer Trent by the U. S. S. San Jacinto, 8 November 1861
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CIVIL WAR: CARTOON, 1861. Emperor Napoleon III of France and John Bull as pawnbrokers receiving Confederate commissioners to France, John Slidell, and to England, James M. Mason. Cartoon from a Northern American newspaper following the removal of Slidell and Mason from the British mail steamer Trent by the U. S. S. San Jacinto, 8 November 1861
CIVIL WAR: CARTOON, 1861.
Emperor Napoleon III of France and John Bull as pawnbrokers receiving Confederate commissioners to France, John Slidell, and to England, James M. Mason. Cartoon from a Northern American newspaper following the removal of Slidell and Mason from the British mail steamer Trent by the U.S.S. San Jacinto, 8 November 1861
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Media ID 7597547
Caricature Commissioner Confederate Emperor Great Britain John Bull Mason Napoleon Iii Pawn Broker Politics Satire Steam Boat Trent Trent Affair Slidell Uss San Jacinto
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "CIVIL WAR: CARTOON, 1861" depicts Emperor Napoleon III of France and John Bull in the roles of pawnbrokers, receiving Confederate commissioners to France, John Slidell, and to England, James M. Mason. The cartoon was published in a Northern American newspaper following the controversial incident known as the Trent Affair. The image captures a moment filled with political satire and symbolism. The removal of Slidell and Mason from the British mail steamer Trent by the U. S. S. San Jacinto on November 8th, 1861 is humorously depicted through this caricature-like illustration. It showcases how these two influential figures are being treated like pawns in a larger game played by Napoleon III and John Bull. The composition of the artwork is visually striking; it portrays men representing different nations gathered together on a steamboat amidst turbulent waters. This serves as an allegory for the tumultuous state of affairs during the American Civil War. Through this thought-provoking piece, we gain insight into international politics during that era while also appreciating its artistic value. It reminds us that even historical events can be interpreted through creative mediums such as cartoons.
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