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Industrial Revolution Political Cartoons Analysis

Explore and interpret political cartoons from the Industrial Revolution era depicting Robber Barons and Industrial Tycoons’ influence on government and society. Compare their self-perception with public portrayal through cartoons.

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Industrial Revolution Political Cartoons Analysis

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  1. Political Cartoons Robber Barons and Industrial Tycoons. Look at each political cartoon interpret the political cartoon.

  2. A. “The Protectors Of Our Industry”

  3. #D. “The Great Race For The Western Stakes”

  4. E. “What a Funny Little Government!”

  5. “WHAT A FUNNY LITTLE GOVERNMENT.” Horace Taylor drew this political cartoon of John D. Rockefeller holding the White House and Treasury department in the palm of his hand for the September 25, 1899 issue of The Verdict. Notice the smoke from the United States Capitol in the background? It has essentially become an oil refinery, itself demonstrating the power big business held over government.

  6. ½ Page Writing • After looking at different primary and secondary sources from the Industrial Revolution, compare and contrast the views the “Captains of Industry” felt was their purpose in life vs. the way most of the political cartoons depicted them.

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