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A Hospital Case, Anti-Communist cartoon, published during the Red Scare
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A Hospital Case, Anti-Communist cartoon, published during the Red Scare
3661046 A Hospital Case, Anti-Communist cartoon, published during the Red Scare, 1918 (litho)
by Rogers, William Allen (1854-1931) (after); (add.info.: A Hospital Case : Allies (Japan, England US and Czechoslovakia) carry a wounded bear (Russia) while Lenin and Trotsky watch from a sand hill.); Universal History Archive/UIG; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23657946
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Allies Ally Bear Bears Bull Carry Countries Danger Dangers Effects Impact John Lenin Personification Stretcher Symbolism Team Uncle Injuries Trotsky Wound Wounded
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This print titled "A Hospital Case" is an anti-communist cartoon that was published during the Red Scare in 1918. Created by William Allen Rogers, this satirical artwork depicts a powerful symbolism of the Allies (Japan, England, US, and Czechoslovakia) carrying a wounded bear representing Russia. Meanwhile, Lenin and Trotsky observe from a sand hill. The image cleverly personifies countries as animals to convey its message. The injured bear symbolizes Russia's vulnerability and the impact of communism on its society. The allies are portrayed as a united team coming together to support their wounded comrade. Through this cartoon, Rogers highlights the dangers and negative effects of communism while also emphasizing the strength and unity of democratic nations against it. It serves as both a critique of communist ideology and propaganda supporting anti-communist sentiments prevalent during the Red Scare era. The use of satire allows viewers to reflect upon these political ideologies through humor while still acknowledging their serious implications for global politics at that time. This thought-provoking artwork provides valuable insight into historical events surrounding communism's rise and America's response to it during one of its most turbulent periods in history.
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