The Wasp — 1914 — page 356: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains text only—no visible cartoon or illustration beyond a small decorative wasp symbol at the bottom. The passage describes a naval battle involving British ships (*Wasp*, *Ruby*, *Breda*) fighting French vessels. It focuses on the heroic actions of crew members named James and Burnham, contrasting their courage against "cowardly captains" who hung back from combat. The narrative appears to celebrate naval valor while condemning officer cowardice. Without additional context (date, publication details), the specific historical battle remains unclear. The moral of the satire seems to be: criticizing military leaders who send men to die while avoiding danger themselves—a timeless critique of leadership that would resonate with *Wasp* readers, likely working-class or reform-minded Americans.