Judge — August 6, 1898 — page 16: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This satirical cartoon depicts two figures labeled as representing the United States ("U.S." on the tall figure's chest) and Britain ("B" on the shorter figure). Both are dressed in patriotic military attire with American and British iconography. The title "Chums" suggests an alliance between the two nations. The imagery appears to reference early 20th-century Anglo-American relations, likely commenting on their growing diplomatic or military cooperation. The caricatured style—particularly the exaggerated features of the British figure—was typical of period satire. The heraldic shields in the upper corners reinforce the nationalist theme. Without a specific date visible, the exact historical moment referenced remains unclear, though the aesthetic suggests pre-1920s publication.