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The Political Gymnasium : lithograph cartoon, 1860, by Currier & Ives showing Horace Greeley, Lincoln, Stephen A. Dougalas, and others in a gymnasium of rails (Lincoln in his youth had been a fence-rail splitter. )
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The Political Gymnasium : lithograph cartoon, 1860, by Currier & Ives showing Horace Greeley, Lincoln, Stephen A. Dougalas, and others in a gymnasium of rails (Lincoln in his youth had been a fence-rail splitter. )
PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1860.
" The Political Gymnasium" : lithograph cartoon, 1860, by Currier & Ives showing Horace Greeley, Lincoln, Stephen A. Dougalas, and others in a gymnasium of rails (Lincoln in his youth had been a fence-rail splitter.)
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The Political Gymnasium
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is a lithograph cartoon created in 1860 by Currier & Ives, depicting a unique and symbolic scene during the presidential campaign of that year. The artwork showcases prominent figures such as Horace Greeley, Abraham Lincoln, Stephen A. Douglas, and others engaging in various athletic activities within a gymnasium made entirely of rails. The significance behind this portrayal lies in Lincoln's background as a fence-rail splitter during his youth. This detail adds depth to the image as it highlights Lincoln's humble beginnings and hardworking nature. The gymnasium setting represents the political arena where these men competed for power and influence. In this dynamic composition, we see Stephen A. Douglas boxing with another individual while Lincoln stands nearby observing the action. Other men are engaged in weightlifting exercises or gymnastics routines using rail-based equipment like dumbbells and bars. This lithograph captures not only the physical prowess of these politicians but also their determination to succeed in their respective campaigns. It reflects the spirit of competition within American politics at that time. "The Political Gymnasium" serves as an intriguing historical artifact from 1860s America, shedding light on both the personalities involved and the intense atmosphere surrounding presidential elections during that era.
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