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Cartoon on the popular reduction of immigrants to the United States, 1914 (litho)
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Cartoon on the popular reduction of immigrants to the United States, 1914 (litho)
PNP256603 Cartoon on the popular reduction of immigrants to the United States, 1914 (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22362044
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Filter Funnel Immigration Laws Migrants Policy Uncle Sam Bottleneck
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This satirical cartoon from 1914 captures the popular reduction of immigrants to the United States during that time. Created by an anonymous American School artist, this lithograph offers a humorous yet thought-provoking commentary on immigration policies and their impact on the nation's population. The image depicts Uncle Sam, a symbol of the United States, standing next to a large funnel-shaped filter labeled "US Law". The funnel represents the bottleneck created by restrictive immigration laws and regulations. European migrants are shown trying to pass through this narrow opening, but only a few manage to make it into America. The cartoon highlights how these policies were limiting the number of immigrants allowed into the country. It raises questions about who was being granted entry and who was being excluded based on nationality or other factors. The artist uses satire to criticize these discriminatory practices while shedding light on their consequences for both individuals seeking better lives and for America as a whole. This engraving serves as a reminder of historical debates surrounding immigration policy in the United States. It prompts viewers to reflect on how past decisions have shaped our present society and encourages us to consider more inclusive approaches moving forward.
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