Life — October 9, 1924 — page 17: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon depicts a figure in military/authoritarian dress standing menacingly over documents labeled "Constitution" and what appears to be "Grapeshot" (likely referencing military force). The figure wears a medal or insignia marked "Order of the" (text cut off), suggesting a decorated military leader or dictator. The cartoon warns against threats to constitutional governance—specifically, the danger of military or authoritarian power overriding democratic institutions. The title "Save the Constitution" frames this as an urgent plea. Without knowing the specific publication date, this likely responds to contemporaneous concerns about executive overreach, military intervention in politics, or authoritarian movements. The stark black silhouette emphasizes the ominous nature of the threat depicted.