Judge — June 17, 1882 — page 16: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page satirizes American military strategy during what appears to be the early 20th century. The top panel shows military figures marching with flags, likely representing Allied forces or American military leadership. The middle sections mock military incompetence through captions like "How to Get Rid of the Enemy in the Dark" and "First Class in Strategy," depicting soldiers in absurd situations—one appears trapped or defeated despite their uniforms and training. The bottom panels labeled "Illustrious Examples" and "Crushed Again" show figures holding signs about "Sherman's War Bank" and "American Pig Wigs," suggesting criticism of American military tactics, possibly referencing Civil War strategies or contemporary military blunders. The overall message criticizes West Point graduates' actual battlefield effectiveness, implying their formal training produces ineffective commanders despite impressive credentials.