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Roosevelt Corollary

“The Worlds Constable”

Roosevelt Corollary

This particular cartoon “The Worlds Constable” shows how Teddy Roosevelt is now trying to take control over Latin American countries. He is using his “big stick” to show or have control over those countries. Perhaps his “New Diplomacy” will act as a connector of North American and Europe. Someone else could perhaps view this issue/political cartoon as Roosevelt attempting to attack or involve the US in all affairs related to Latin America.

This cartoonist uses symbolism to make this cartoon persuasive.  He is labeling the new diplomacy with a “big stick” which may stand to represent Roosevelt acting as a “policeman” enforcing the law. He also uses irony as a technique to make the cartoon send its message.  It depicts a lot of citizens from both continents to be little and defenseless, perhaps relying or depending on Roosevelt to defend or help them.  It also shows the U.S. Capitol building in the backdrop as small and almost irrelevant which may have some view the irony as to how Teddy Roosevelt is so big and dominant in the U.S. Government as well.  

Open Door Policy

Open Door Policy

 

This particular cartoon was about the Open Door Policy. The cartoonist’s message clearly shows American Imperialism at its heart. It depicts a figure resembling Uncle Sam standing on China as other country leaders are down on their knees almost succumbing to the US not abiding by the rule that no single country should have a monopoly on trade with China. Perhaps if someone else were viewing this cartoon, they might have an opinion that Uncle Sam/ the United States is to have China as its own US territory.

This cartoonist is using symbolism as a persuasive technique.  Symbolism is their choice because the Uncle Sam figure in the cartoon is holding a sword and the other country leaders are grasping scissors.  If the US were to abide by the principals of the Open Door Policy, the Uncle Sam figure would too be holding scissors and not a sword and would be on his knees or bottom as well.  This cartoonist also uses irony as Uncle Sam is actually standing on China, which is not possible.  This cartoon shows US Imperialism because it demonstrates how Uncle Sam (and the United States) has a stronghold over other countries by not joining the other country leaders on the ground and holding scissors.

Annexation of Hawaii (2)

“...Periodical Eruptions”

Annexation of Hawaii

This particular cartoon, “The Only Way to Stop These Periodical Eruptions was about the Annexation of Hawaii. The cartoonist is making a correlation between occasional or “periodical” volcano eruptions and Japanese ambition of Hawaii. If someone else were viewing this cartoon, they might have an opinion that Uncle Sam is about to “put out” the volcano eruption from Japan and make it one of the USA because of wavering of the Uncle Sam top hat.

This cartoonist uses labeling as their persuasive technique.  This is obvious because he labels the Japanese Ambition on a volcano to make it clear that Japan was ambitious about obtaining Hawaii.  This cartoon shows US Imperialism because it once again shows Uncle Sam as a powerful character (his right hand holding the hat almost as a coffee mug over the state of  Hawaii) looking to suppress any other thoughts or feelings from Japan.

Panama Canal (2)

“The Coup d’ETAT”

         

 

 

This political cartoon is about the Panama Canal. The cartoonist’s message on this issue is that Theodore Roosevelt is ready to jump off of the ship and dig the Panama Canal. It shows aggression and even bullying by the United States over the canal.  Another opinion that one may have over this cartoon could be that Teddy Roosevelt looks as if he’s ready to go to war over the digging of the Panama Canal.

           Two techniques the cartoonist uses to make the cartoon persuasive are symbolism and labeling. The cartoonist used symbolism because the front of the ship is carved out as an elephant which symbolizes his membership of the Republican Party.  Also along the same theme, labeling is clear as there is a flag at the front and top of the ship that states “U.S. GOP.”  This political cartoon supports my position on American Imperialism as there is a tiny figure at the bottom of the loading dock off of the boat with arms extended out, appearing to push back the U.S. and their interests in digging the Panama Canal. Also, there is a group in the backdrop that looks to be angry and ready to fight in defiance of the U.S.’s interest in digging the Panama Canal.

The Panama Canal (1)

This political cartoon is about the Panama Canal being made. The cartoonists message is that Theodore Roosevelt is digging up a canal for American ships that are transporting goods to other countries. He did not have permission from Cuba to do this at first, but then later revolted against Cuba to get the territory to create the canal. Another opinion someone could have about this cartoon is that Theodore Roosevelt is taking away part of Panama to go attack another country.

           Two techniques the cartoonist used to make the carton persuasive are exaggeration and labeling. The cartoonist used exaggeration by exaggerating that Theodore Roosevelt didn’t literally dig out part of Panama and use it for a canal for passing by ships. The cartoonist used labeling by putting in a sign in the back round saying Bogota. Bogota is the capital of Columbia  and Theodore Roosevelt was putting all the “ dug out remains on Columbia”. This political cartoon supports my position on American Imperialism by now knowing that Theodore Roosevelt made the Panama Canal so American ships could now convey goods to other countries.

Spanish American War

“Contempt for the USA”

Spanish-American War

 

 

 

This particular cartoon “Spanish contempt for the United States” clearly depicts Spain to be not very happy about the United States.  The message clearly shows that the USA is represented by a slain pig with several swords and knives sticking out of it with the USA flag sprawled out messily on the ground.  It also has tears in it, which depicts that Spain feels like they need to be in control.  Perhaps someone may interpret the lion standing over the slain pig as Spain’s dominance over the USA.

The cartoonist uses exaggeration and analogy as techniques to make the cartoon send its message.  It depicts a Lion (perhaps a Spanish lion) standing over a dead pig with the US flag on the ground, which clearly can be viewed as exaggeration.  Also, use of analogy is evident as in compares two unlike things, a dead pig and a vicious lion.   It is clear that the cartoonist is emphasizing that Spain felt superior and in control of the USA and what their intentions were.

 

 

Purchase of Alaska 2

“The Big Thing”

Purchase of Alaska (2)

 

 

 

This particular cartoon “The Big Thing” focuses on the issue of the Purchase of Alaska. In this particular cartoon, it focuses on how the U.S. should purchase Alaska. In a seat, King Andy is sitting and it appears that a religious person is rubbing Russian salve on his head to “soothe him.”  In the background, a map shows a picture of the Russian Fairy Land saying “only $7,000,000 in Gold.”

This cartoonist uses exaggeration as the persuasive technique. The way the religious figure is holding the head of King Andy is certainly overblown! The map of the Russian Fairy Land in the backdrop is also a bit overdone as well. The reflection in the mirror has a false image of King Andy wearing a crown (which he is NOT actually wearing!) This cartoon assumes that the American Imperialistic views will sway anyone (with the little help of some Russian Salve!). 

 

 

Purchase of Alaska 1

“Preparing for the Heated Term”

Purchase of Alaska

 

This particular cartoon “Preparing for the Heated Term” focuses on the issue of the Purchase of Alaska. In this particular cartoon, the cartoonist’s message is that William Seward is purchasing Alaska. He is helping a man carry a big chunk of ice known as “Alaska”. It costs $7M but turns out to be a bargain deal.

The cartoonist uses labeling and irony. He is labeling Alaska as Russian America.  He also uses irony because he is helping the Russians use the big chunk of ice to America. It assumes that more Russian-Americans may see the United States as a more viable country in terms of economy, culture and military stature. 

Annexation of Hawaii

“PELE AWAKES”

Annexation of Hawaii 

This particular cartoon, “Pele Awakes” highlights the Annexation of Hawaii. Uncle Sam stands before the Madam and declares that Hawaii is annexed, holding his right hand up.  Someone viewing this image may likely be so taken aback and shocked to see this deity figure that is a well known icon in Hawaiian mythology be so aloof and insecure of Uncle Sam and his message of annexation.

This cartoonist uses exaggeration as the persuasive technique. The way Madam Pele is portrayed and mentions, “you caught me napping” on top of her extravagant flowing hair is a true indicator of this as well.  I think this cartoon exhibits American Imperialism because it expresses exaggeration in such a way that paints Uncle Sam a dominant character (with his right hand high up and his big Uncle Sam Hat on) making the iconic figure of Hawaii look inferior and submissive.