The Wasp — February 28, 1880 — page 2: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# "Rushianding Retribution" This cartoon satirizes Russian imperial aggression and geopolitical revenge. The bearded figure on the left, marked with a Russian flag, appears to represent Russia or a Russian leader. The crowned figure descending from above likely represents another European power or authority. The tree and dogs suggest a hunting or predatory scene. The title "Rushianding Retribution" (likely "Russian" with OCR error) indicates the cartoon comments on Russian retaliation or aggressive expansion. Published February 28, 1880, this likely references Russian imperial ambitions in Central Asia or Eastern Europe during that period of colonial competition. The satirical dogs and chaotic scene mock Russian military or political actions as both aggressive and somewhat comical or absurd to American observers of the era.