Misery loves company; - but they hope soon to be out of it
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Misery loves company; - but they hope soon to be out of it
Misery loves company; - but they hope soon to be out of it. Illustration shows John Bull standing up to his knees in a morass labeled Boer War $16, 000, 000 yearly and Uncle Sam stepping through a similar morass labeled Philippine War $80, 000, 000 yearly.. Date 1901 March 20
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Misery Loves Company: John Bull and Uncle Sam Wading Through the Financial Mire of War Expenditures (Misery loves company; - but they hope soon to be out of it. Illustration from Puck Magazine, March 20, 1901) This powerful and poignant illustration from Puck Magazine, published on March 20, 1901, captures the collective sense of financial burden and despair felt by two influential world powers, John Bull from the United Kingdom and Uncle Sam from the United States, as they wade through the morass of their respective war expenditures during the Boer War and the Philippine War. The image, titled "Misery loves company: but they hope soon to be out of it," depicts John Bull and Uncle Sam, both up to their knees in deep, murky waters labeled with the staggering costs of their ongoing military conflicts. The Boer War, which began in 1899, was estimated to cost John Bull £16,000,000 per year, while the Philippine War, which started in 1899, was projected to cost Uncle Sam $80,000,000 per year. The title of the illustration, "Misery loves company," is a playful reference to the age-old adage that misery enjoys the company of others. However, in this context, the phrase takes on a more somber meaning, as both John Bull and Uncle Sam find solace in their shared financial struggles. Despite the despair and financial hardship depicted in the illustration, there is a glimmer of hope. Both figures are shown stepping forward, suggesting that they are determined to move past their current predicament and find a way out of the morass. The illustration serves as a poignant reminder of the human capacity for resilience and the enduring bond between nations facing similar challenges. This and historically significant illustration is a testament to the power of visual storytelling and the enduring relevance of Puck Magazine's satirical commentary on the political and social issues of its time.
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