Life — March 11, 1915 — page 11: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# "Whose Country?" This political cartoon depicts a group of men in late 19th or early 20th-century dress confronting each other before the U.S. Capitol. The banner reading "My Country 'tis of Thee" appears above, while the caption asks "Whose Country?" The cartoon appears to satirize disputes over American identity and belonging—likely referencing immigration debates, political factionalism, or questions about who rightfully "owns" America. The various caricatured figures suggest different groups or interests (possibly immigrants, politicians, or rival factions) all claiming ownership of the nation. The small figure on the left appears detached from the main group, emphasizing the exclusionary nature of the debate. The satire critiques how different groups contest national belonging and patriotic claims during a period of significant American social tension.