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A herculean task
A herculean task. Illustration shows Theodore Roosevelt as Hercules wearing a lion skin and holding a sword, facing a nine-headed hydra, each head identified as that of a senator, its tail labeled US Senate. Date 1905 April 5. A herculean task. Illustration shows Theodore Roosevelt as Hercules wearing a lion skin and holding a sword, facing a nine-headed hydra, each head identified as that of a senator, its tail labeled US Senate. Date 1905 April 5
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
"Transform your space into a captivating gallery with Media Storehouse's exclusive range of poster prints. This particular piece, "A Herculean Task," showcases an illustration by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicting Theodore Roosevelt as Hercules. With a lion skin draped over his shoulders and a sword in hand, Roosevelt faces the formidable nine-headed hydra. Each senator's head represents one of the hydra's heads, adding an intriguing political dimension to this heroic scene. Bring the power and drama of mythology into your home or office with this striking and conversation-starting poster print."
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
April 5, 1905: A Herculean Task - Theodore Roosevelt Faces the Nine-Headed Hydra of the US Senate This striking illustration, published in Puck magazine on April 5, 1905, depicts President Theodore Roosevelt as the mythological figure Hercules, taking on a formidable task. Clad in a lion skin and brandishing a sword, Roosevelt stands resolute before a nine-headed hydra, each head identified as that of a senator, with the tail of the beast labeled as the US Senate. The image reflects the political challenges Roosevelt faced during his presidency, particularly in dealing with a recalcitrant Senate. The hydra, a monster from Greek mythology, was said to regrow two heads for every one that was cut off. In this context, the Senate, with its numerous members and often contentious debates, seemed an insurmountable foe. Roosevelt's tenure as president was marked by his progressive agenda, which included the passage of landmark legislation such as the Pure Food and Drug Act, the Antitrust Act, and the creation of the National Park Service. However, these initiatives often met resistance in the Senate, necessitating Roosevelt's unyielding determination and political acumen. This powerful and evocative image, created by an unknown artist, serves as a testament to the Herculean efforts required to enact meaningful change in the halls of government. Despite the challenges, Roosevelt's legacy as a transformative president endures, inspiring future leaders to tackle their own hydra-like obstacles with unwavering resolve.
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