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# Political Cartoon Analysis: Life Magazine, July 21, 1898 This page features a political cartoon titled "ENOUGH, ENOUGH!" depicting a figure on horseback wielding a flag labeled "STANDARD HONOR" while riding through clouds of smoke and explosions. The cartoon appears to reference the Spanish-American War (1898), which had recently concluded. The rider likely represents American military or political leadership, while the chaotic scene with smoke and cannon fire symbolizes ongoing conflict or aggression. The caption "ENOUGH, ENOUGH!" suggests the cartoonist is criticizing continued American military intervention or imperial ambitions, arguing that enough bloodshed has occurred. The "STANDARD HONOR" flag indicates the satire targets justifications for continued warfare framed as national honor or patriotic duty. This reflects contemporary debate over American expansionism and the Philippines conflict following Spain's defeat.
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NEW YORK, JULY 21, 1898. NUMBER 8165. Entered at the New York Post Omce as Second-Class Mat] Matter, Copyright, 1898, by Lars Puniismixo Compaxy, ENOUGH, ENOUGH! CoMmIcbooksseom