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Mr.Etzkorn
U.S. History 1
10 February 2016
The Impact of Political Cartoons on Public Opinion During Civil War Era Public cartoons are illustrations that contain a commentary that focus on a current event or popular personality. The drawings offer the reader a visual representation of an issue or person that aims to influence the opinion of the reader through satire, humor, or exaggeration. An artist who draws these images is known as an editorial cartoonist. The use of political cartoons began as early as the 18th century in England. Around the time of the French Revolution—under the direction of its supporters, James Gillray, referred to by many as the father of the political cartoon, and Thomas Rowlandson, explored the use of the medium …show more content…
The article was published in Harper's Weekly in September 1864 and showed a triumphant Confederate soldier shaking hands with a peg-legged Union veteran as a woman wept over a grave of Union heroes from a "Useless War." Titled "Compromise with the South". The cartoon blasted the anti-Civil War peace platform adopted by the Democrats. A lot of people from the Republican Party had Nast’s drawings, they spread out everywhere and showed the public their same northern beliefs about slaves are right. Nast became vastly popular in public society, these cartoons Nast and other artist made helped make the tide turned in Lincolns favor more than once, they even helped during his election to become …show more content…
They have shaped the way nations view the world and political issues of the time. Using pictures rather than words, these forms of media capture the imagination, spark interest, and help influence educated and non-educated people alike into taking a side and engaging in social issues that they might not have taken interest in if only presented in the written word. It is been known for some time that reaction to visual stimulation is much more effective in communicating simple messages quickly and effectively which is why this form of media is so powerful and has been used throughout history. Another important aspect of political cartoons is their ability to reach out to certain age groups that wouldn’t normally be interested in topics of the day. Funny cartoons about political issues and events appeal to all ages extending their influence. Although the delivery of political illustrations and cartoons can still be found in newspapers and magazines, the internet plays a very important part in circulating this influential medium to millions in mere minutes multiplying the impact of its influence. Used responsibly, political cartoons can educate, inspire, and guide society through important decisions that establish the foundation of society across the
Mr.Etzkorn
U.S. History 1
10 February 2016
The Impact of Political Cartoons on Public Opinion During Civil War Era Public cartoons are illustrations that contain a commentary that focus on a current event or popular personality. The drawings offer the reader a visual representation of an issue or person that aims to influence the opinion of the reader through satire, humor, or exaggeration. An artist who draws these images is known as an editorial cartoonist. The use of political cartoons began as early as the 18th century in England. Around the time of the French Revolution—under the direction of its supporters, James Gillray, referred to by many as the father of the political cartoon, and Thomas Rowlandson, explored the use of the medium …show more content…
The article was published in Harper's Weekly in September 1864 and showed a triumphant Confederate soldier shaking hands with a peg-legged Union veteran as a woman wept over a grave of Union heroes from a "Useless War." Titled "Compromise with the South". The cartoon blasted the anti-Civil War peace platform adopted by the Democrats. A lot of people from the Republican Party had Nast’s drawings, they spread out everywhere and showed the public their same northern beliefs about slaves are right. Nast became vastly popular in public society, these cartoons Nast and other artist made helped make the tide turned in Lincolns favor more than once, they even helped during his election to become …show more content…
They have shaped the way nations view the world and political issues of the time. Using pictures rather than words, these forms of media capture the imagination, spark interest, and help influence educated and non-educated people alike into taking a side and engaging in social issues that they might not have taken interest in if only presented in the written word. It is been known for some time that reaction to visual stimulation is much more effective in communicating simple messages quickly and effectively which is why this form of media is so powerful and has been used throughout history. Another important aspect of political cartoons is their ability to reach out to certain age groups that wouldn’t normally be interested in topics of the day. Funny cartoons about political issues and events appeal to all ages extending their influence. Although the delivery of political illustrations and cartoons can still be found in newspapers and magazines, the internet plays a very important part in circulating this influential medium to millions in mere minutes multiplying the impact of its influence. Used responsibly, political cartoons can educate, inspire, and guide society through important decisions that establish the foundation of society across the