Thomas Nast was undoubtedly the most successful and influential illustrator in American history and his political cartoons had considerable influence over the nation during the second half of the nineteenth century. His impact on American public life was noted enough to profoundly affect the outcome of presidential election during that period. Nast was involved in the creation or refinement of some of the most iconic images in American history: the elephant for the Republican party, the donkey for the Democrats, Uncle Sam, Columbia, and even his invention of Santa Claus. All these cartoonist figures continue as a symbol in our modern society. Nast’s works are so powerful and memorable not only because he was very effective in showing his sense
