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President McKinley in a sailboat labelled Prosperity, 1897

1576794 President McKinley in a sailboat labelled Prosperity, 1897; (add.info.: His foolish effort to raise the wind President McKinley sitting in a sailboat labelled "Prosperity", using a bellows labelled "Tariff for Trusts" to generate enough wind to fill the sails and propel the boat.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38311100

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

Mckinley William 1843 1901 Prosperity Tariff Trust Trusteth William Mckinley Etats Unis Etats Unis Usa United States Trusts

14"x16" Premium Frame

Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")

Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing print captures President McKinley in a sailboat named 'Prosperity' in 1897, during the height of his presidency. The image depicts McKinley sitting in the boat, using a bellows labeled "Tariff for Trusts" to generate wind and fill the sails. The symbolism is rich in this piece, as it portrays McKinley's attempt to boost economic prosperity through his policies on tariffs and trusts. The sailboat represents the American economy, while the bellows symbolize McKinley's efforts to inflate it with protectionist measures. McKinley's presidency was marked by a focus on economic growth and stability, particularly through protective tariffs that aimed to shield American industries from foreign competition. However, critics argued that these policies only served to benefit large corporations at the expense of smaller businesses and consumers. The image captures both the optimism and skepticism surrounding McKinley's economic agenda. It serves as a reminder of the complex political landscape of late 19th-century America, where debates over trade policy and corporate power were central issues. Overall, this print offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history and invites viewers to reflect on the enduring tensions between government intervention in markets and free enterprise.

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