Judge — July 3, 1915 — page 1: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This July 3, 1915 Judge magazine cover depicts three women in patriotic costumes representing American flag colors—red, white, and blue. Each wears a pointed hat and adjusts it with a saluting gesture. The illustration appears to be a straightforward patriotic image celebrating American national identity ahead of Independence Day. However, the timing is significant: 1915 was marked by intense debates over American neutrality during World War I and anxieties about national loyalty. The "flagge girls" likely represent an appeal to unified American patriotism, though the specific satirical intent—whether mocking excessive patriotism, questioning loyalty claims, or simply promoting holiday spirit—isn't entirely clear from the image alone.