Life — December 7, 1893 — page 5: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Political Cartoon Analysis: Life Magazine, November 1902 This satirical page depicts multiple November 1902 events. The top section shows Hawaii with an American figure asserting control, referencing American imperialism. "Germany Establishes a Large Fortified Camp on the Algerian Frontier" alludes to colonial tensions in North Africa. "The End of the Great Coal Strike" references the recent settlement of the 1902 anthracite coal strike that had paralyzed the nation. The Thanksgiving scene with various political figures appears to mock political leadership's self-congratulation over resolving the strike. The bottom scene with "Mashonaland" and "John Bull Thoroughly Enjoying Himself" likely references British colonial activities in Southern Africa. The circular vignettes appear to satirize various politicians' reactions to current events, though specific identifications require additional context.