Life — July 10, 1919 — page 22: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon by Strathmano depicts a military or naval officer in uniform peering through what appears to be a periscope or viewing device. The figure is drawn in an exaggerated caricature style with pronounced facial features. The incomplete caption reads "Sure, I'll be Bol" — likely "Sure, I'll be Bolshevik" or similar, suggesting a joke about communist sympathies or infiltration. The cartoon appears to satirize concerns about communist or radical elements within military/government institutions, a common theme in American political satire during the early 20th century. The officer's secretive posture at the viewing device reinforces themes of espionage or hidden allegiances. However, without the complete caption and more context about Life magazine's publication date, the specific target remains unclear.