Life — February 23, 1922 — page 19: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page from *Life* magazine contains historical satirical cartoons mocking historical figures and events. The visible captions reference: 1. **"Cleopatra Poisoned the Poor Asp"** — likely a pun on classical history, treating the asp as a sympathetic victim 2. **General Warren's quote** — "Don't Shoot Till You See the Whites of Their Eggs" appears to parody the famous Revolutionary War order "Don't fire till you see the whites of their eyes," absurdly substituting "eggs," creating comic wordplay 3. **"Overt That Morning"** — caption for another illustration (unclear reference without full context) The cartoons employ exaggerated caricature drawing styles typical of early 20th-century satirical magazines, using historical and military references as vehicles for humor. The specific historical events or figures being mocked require additional context to fully explain.