The Wasp — 1877 — page 326: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page celebrates "The Father of Our Country" (labeled portrait, upper right) in 18th-century historical scenes. The main illustration depicts a military figure on horseback holding a flag, surrounded by soldiers and civilians, representing American independence and Revolutionary War imagery. The smaller vignettes show: - A naval scene (ships at sea, lower left) - Military/combat action (lower left circle) - Independence Hall or similar civic building (lower right) The satire appears to commemorate patriotic American history, though without clearer text visibility, the specific satirical angle—whether celebrating or critiquing national mythology—remains somewhat unclear. The overall layout suggests this is a patriotic centennial or anniversary celebration piece from The Wasp's satirical perspective.