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Christmas in our new possessions
Christmas in our new possessions. Illustration shows Santa Claus, with coat over left arm and holding a fan, perspiring, offering a bundle of books Education labeled Uncle Sam to the Filipino to a young Filipino boy, who, with hands behind his back, dubiously looks up at him; Santas bag of toys in on the ground between them. Date 1902 December 24. Christmas in our new possessions. Illustration shows Santa Claus, with coat over left arm and holding a fan, perspiring, offering a bundle of books Education labeled Uncle Sam to the Filipino to a young Filipino boy, who, with hands behind his back, dubiously looks up at him; Santas bag of toys in on the ground between them. Date 1902 December 24
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December 24, 1902: A Unique Christmas Scene in Our New Possessions - This intriguing illustration from Puck magazine captures an unusual Christmas scene in the Philippines, then a new American possession. Santa Claus, dressed in his traditional red suit but with a coat over one arm and a fan in hand to cope with the tropical heat, extends a bundle of books labeled "Education" - a gift from "Uncle Sam" - to a young Filipino boy. The boy, with hands behind his back, looks up at Santa with a dubious expression. The presence of Santa Claus and the American flag in the background underscores the growing influence of American culture in the Philippines following the Spanish-American War. The toys in Santa's bag hint at the promise of a brighter future for the children of this new American territory. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of colonialism and cultural exchange during the early 20th century.
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