The Wasp — 1878 — page 333: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a satirical cartoon about Ulysses S. Grant's political prospects, likely from the Reconstruction era or Grant's presidency. The figure on the right (identified by military dress and regalia) appears to be Grant himself, depicted as a dignified but somewhat pompous military leader. The grotesque caricatured figures on the left—some holding the "BLATANT" sign—likely represent political opponents, critics, or the press attempting to obstruct or mock Grant's political advancement. The "entrée" reference suggests this concerns Grant's entry into political office. The grotesque styling of the opposing figures reflects *The Wasp's* use of exaggeration to ridicule those questioning or opposing Grant. The precise historical moment remains unclear without additional context.