Vice President Charles W. Fairbanks as Don Quixote, 1905

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Vice President Charles W. Fairbanks as Don Quixote, 1905

1576168 Vice President Charles W. Fairbanks as Don Quixote, 1905; (add.info.: The Hoosier Don Quixote' Vice President Charles W. Fairbanks as Don Quixote, he is standing with shield and lance next to a well on which stands a suit of armour labelled "Indiana Organization", to the right of Fairbanks, in the background, is a hobby horse; the full moon above shows the face of President Theodore Roosevelt.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38452040

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

Indiana Organization Theodore Roosevelt Vice President

EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing print captures Vice President Charles W. Fairbanks in a whimsical and symbolic portrayal as Don Quixote, the legendary knight-errant from Miguel de Cervantes' iconic novel. In this image from 1905, Fairbanks is depicted standing proudly with a shield and lance next to a well adorned with a suit of armor labeled "Indiana Organization". The symbolism is rich and layered, suggesting that Fairbanks sees himself as a valiant defender of his home state of Indiana. The presence of a hobby horse in the background adds an element of playfulness to the scene, contrasting with the seriousness of Fairbanks' pose. And above it all, the full moon shines brightly with the face of President Theodore Roosevelt superimposed upon it, perhaps symbolizing his watchful eye over Fairbanks' endeavors. Known as "The Hoosier Don Quixote", Fairbanks clearly embraced this comparison to the literary character known for his idealism and quest for justice. This unique portrait offers us a glimpse into both the political climate of early 20th century America and into Fairbank's own self-perception as he navigated the complexities of vice presidency under Roosevelt's administration.

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