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A Scene on the Frontiers as Practiced by the Humane British and their Worthy Allies political cartoon, 1812

Permanent ID:
8544
Call number:
Bb 612 Sce 62
Language:
English
Date:
1812
Image Description:
Political cartoon by William Charles concerning the War of 1812.  Philadelphian William Charles' political caricatures were widespread during this era and praised for their sense of rough humor.  His cartoons commonly offered both praise and criticism of American military and political figures.
Format:
Engravings
Dimensions:
Width: 45 cm, Height: 38 cm (image)
Publisher:
Historical Society of Pennsylvania
Collection:
Historical Society of Pennsylvania medium graphics collection
Related People or Organizations:
William Charles, 1776-1820 (artist)
William Charles, 1776-1820 (engraver)
Paull-Pioneer Music Corporation (Transcribed by)
Newhouse, Sarah (Encoded by)
Dorman, Dana (Encoded by)
Historical Society of Pennsylvania (repository)
George III, King of Great Britain, 1738-1820 (mentioned)