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A 1920 cartoon by J. N. ( Ding ) Darling on the Senate battle, led by Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, against President Woodrow Wilsons Versailles Treaty and League of Nations
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A 1920 cartoon by J. N. ( Ding ) Darling on the Senate battle, led by Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, against President Woodrow Wilsons Versailles Treaty and League of Nations
LEAGUE OF NATIONS CARTOON.
A 1920 cartoon by J.N. ( Ding ) Darling on the Senate battle, led by Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, against President Woodrow Wilsons Versailles Treaty and League of Nations
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1919 1920 Cabot Conference Darling Democratic Party Elephant Henri Judaism League Of Nations Lodge Nation Norwich Norwood Pacifist Progressive Era Rain Senate Senator Treaty Treaty Of Versailles Umbrella Versailles Wilson Woodrow Ding
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This 1920 cartoon by J. N. (Ding) Darling captures the intense Senate battle led by Senator Henry Cabot Lodge against President Woodrow Wilson's Versailles Treaty and League of Nations. The image portrays a scene from the conference in Norwich, where an American elephant, symbolizing America's power and influence, stands under an umbrella labeled "Wilson's League". Rain falls heavily on the elephant while men representing different factions surround it. Senator Lodge, depicted as a determined figure with his name boldly written across his chest, spearheads the opposition to Wilson's proposed treaty. He is shown holding an ark labeled "Treaty of Versailles" above his head, suggesting that he aims to protect America from potential dangers associated with international agreements. Darling skillfully uses symbolism to convey various perspectives on this contentious issue. The rain represents criticism and doubt about Wilson's pacifist approach towards global affairs. Additionally, the presence of figures like Jay Norwood "Ding". Darling himself highlights how artists played a crucial role in shaping public opinion during this era. This cartoon reflects the political climate of post-World War I America when debates over foreign policy were at their peak. It also underscores divisions within both major parties - Democratic Party represented by President Wilson and Republican Party represented by Senator Lodge - during a transformative period known as the Progressive Era. Overall, this artwork serves as a historical snapshot capturing one of the most significant battles between executive and legislative branches in American history: President Woodrow Wilson versus Senator Henry
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