Judge — December 14, 1889 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This satirical cartoon from *Judge* depicts a military scene with a mounted officer raising his arm in command, while soldiers and flags are visible on a fortified position. The caption "Bringing Up the Guns" suggests mobilization for battle or military preparedness. The caricatured figures appear to represent political or military leaders of the era. The cartoon likely satirizes either a military conflict, political posturing about war readiness, or criticism of military spending—common themes in *Judge*'s political commentary. However, **without knowing the publication date**, I cannot identify the specific figures or historical event referenced. The style suggests late 19th or early 20th century, but the exact political context—whether regarding Spanish-American War, preparedness debates, or another conflict—remains unclear from the image alone.