Puck — August 22, 1877 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon satirizes the treatment of Turkish forces during a military conflict. The central figure appears to be a Turkish officer or leader, depicted with exaggerated caricatured features typical of period anti-Turkish propaganda. The quote "Hang those Turks! They don't leave anything behind worth stealing!" suggests commentary on plundering and wartime destruction. Multiple panels show Turkish soldiers and civilians in various states, likely depicting aftermath or displacement. The bottom panels labeled "Of the Liberation" appear ironic, questioning whether the depicted scenes truly represent liberation. The cartoon reflects Western attitudes toward Ottoman/Turkish forces during what the title indicates is a specific conflict—likely the Balkan Wars or WWI era—using satirical commentary on war crimes and military conduct to shape public opinion.