Jigsaw Puzzle : In the political woods
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In the political woods
In the political woods. Illustration shows a figure composed of corn and corn stalks labeled Record Breaking Crops walking through a dark wood at night with a diminutive Uncle Sam, who is frightened by scary-looking trees labeled Johnson, Taft, Sherman, Roosevelt, Wilson, and Debs. Date 1912 October 16. In the political woods. Illustration shows a figure composed of corn and corn stalks labeled Record Breaking Crops walking through a dark wood at night with a diminutive Uncle Sam, who is frightened by scary-looking trees labeled Johnson, Taft, Sherman, Roosevelt, Wilson, and Debs. Date 1912 October 16
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Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the intriguing world of political satire with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles collection. This captivating puzzle, featuring the illustration "In the political woods" from Mary Evans Prints Online, invites you to delve into the depths of Uncle Sam's enigmatic political landscape. Assemble the cornucopia of record-breaking crops and navigate through the dark woods, revealing the hidden wit and humor in this thought-provoking puzzle. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and political aficionados alike, this challenging and engaging puzzle is sure to provide hours of entertainment and stimulate meaningful conversation.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
In the Political Woods - A Cautionary Tale of the 1912 Presidential Election
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative illustration, published in Puck magazine on October 16, 1912, captures the uncertainty and fear that enveloped the American electorate as they navigated the complex political landscape of the 1912 presidential election. The image depicts a diminutive Uncle Sam, symbolizing the average American citizen, lost in a dark and foreboding wood, surrounded by towering, ominous trees representing the major political figures of the time. At the center of the illustration, a figure composed of corn and corn stalks, labeled "Record Breaking Crops," strides confidently through the woods, casting long shadows over the fearful Uncle Sam. This representation of the Progressive Party and its candidate, Theodore Roosevelt, who ran on a platform of reform and a promise to "bust the trusts," was seen as a potential game-changer in the election. However, the other trees looming in the background are no less intimidating. To the left, the tree labeled "Johnson" represents Democratic nominee, Governor Woodrow Wilson, who promised a return to normalcy after the tumultuous presidency of William Howard Taft. To the right, the tree labeled "Taft" represents the incumbent president, who was seen as having failed to deliver on his promises. The trees labeled "Sherman" and "Roosevelt" represent the third-party candidates, Progressive Party's Theodore Roosevelt and Socialist Party's Eugene V. Debs, who threatened to split the vote and potentially throw the election to Wilson. Uncle Sam's frightened expression underscores the anxiety felt by many Americans as they tried to make an informed decision in the face of so many options. This illustration serves as a reminder of the complex political landscape of the past and the importance of careful consideration and informed decision-making in the democratic process.
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