Life — June 20, 1918 — page 7: what you’re looking at

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# "The Transports" - Life Magazine Cover This is a cover illustration titled "The Transports" depicting Lady Liberty (identifiable by her crown labeled "Liberty" and torch) standing in shallow water. She appears distressed or weary, wading among military transport ships visible in the background. The satire likely references America's role in World War I, specifically the transport of troops overseas. The image suggests anxiety about the human cost of war—Liberty herself seems troubled by the military vessels and the war effort. The juxtaposition of America's founding symbol with scenes of military transport conveys skepticism or concern about American military involvement and the fate of soldiers being shipped to war. The copyright indicates this is from Life Publishing Company.