A few things I didn't think about that was in the cartoon analysis guide below were to look at the title, pay attention to what you notice first, notice what actions are taking place in the cartoon, and take note of the time period in which it was made.
Cartoon Analysis Guide This guide sums up the process that I would use when analyzing a political cartoon.
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Incorrigible - Philippines |
In this cartoon, the first thing you notice is Uncle Sam, who would obviously be representing the United States. Then your eyes are drawn to the boy in Uncle Sam's lap who has the word "Filipino" written across his back who represents the Philippines. This cartoon is showing America punishing the Philippines for "misbehaving". Then you see the slip of paper sticking out of Uncle Sam's hat that says "Spanish Receipt for $20,000,000" implying that Spain owes the US money.
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Now, Will You Be Good? Uncle Sam (to Filipino) "See what I do for a good little boy?" |
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Filipino's First Bath |
In this cartoon, President McKinley (known by the name "McKinley" written across the top of his bathing suit) is seen holding an unruly child over a body of water labeled "civilization". The child is meant to represent the Philippines (this is assumed based on the title "Filipino's First Bath"). The Philippines is once again seen as a "dirty" child that needs to be "cleansed" by the US. In the back, two other children representing Cuba, are getting dressed in clothes similar to the US flag after their "bath".
I enjoyed the second cartoon you analyzed. The analysis was thorough and well thought. I analyzed it a little differently but I liked that I could see it the way you analyzed it as well. It helped me see different perspectives. Good job! :D
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