If they ll only be good
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If they ll only be good
If they ll only be good. Illustration shows Uncle Sam standing at center, gesturing to the left toward American soldiers boarding ships to return to America after defeating the Spanish in the Philippines, and gesturing to the right toward a group of matronly women, one labeled Daughters of the Revolution, who have just arrived to educate the peoples of the Philippines. Date 1900 January 31. If they ll only be good. Illustration shows Uncle Sam standing at center, gesturing to the left toward American soldiers boarding ships to return to America after defeating the Spanish in the Philippines, and gesturing to the right toward a group of matronly women, one labeled Daughters of the Revolution, who have just arrived to educate the peoples of the Philippines. Date 1900 January 31
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If They'll Only Be Good
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: A Turning Point in American Imperialism, 1900 This evocative illustration, titled "If They'll Only Be Good," was published in Puck magazine on January 31, 1900. The cartoon, created by an unknown artist, captures a pivotal moment in American history as the United States emerged as a global power following the Spanish-American War. At the center of the image stands Uncle Sam, the personification of the American people, with a knowing smile on his face. He extends his right hand towards a group of matronly women, labeled as "Daughters of the Revolution," who have just disembarked from a ship. The ladies, dressed in their finest Victorian attire, carry books and other educational materials, symbolizing their mission to civilize and educate the peoples of the newly acquired territories, including the Philippines. With his left hand, Uncle Sam gestures towards a group of American soldiers, who are boarding ships to return to the United States after their victory in the Philippine-American War. The soldiers, weary from battle and eager to return home, look back at Uncle Sam with a mix of relief and anticipation. The caption "If They'll Only Be Good" encapsulates the complex and often contradictory nature of American imperialism during this period. On the one hand, the United States saw itself as a benevolent force, bringing civilization and progress to the 'uncivilized' world. On the other hand, the acquisition of territories like the Philippines raised questions about the morality and sustainability of American imperialism. This illustration offers a glimpse into the complex and nuanced debates surrounding American imperialism at the turn of the 20th century, as the United States grappled with its newfound role as a global power and the responsibilities that came with it.
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