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ABRAHAM LINCOLN. An 1860 American cartoon comparing presidential candidate Abraham Lincoln to Charles Blondin, the French acrobat who crossed Niagara Falls on a tightrope ealier that year

ABRAHAM LINCOLN. An 1860 American cartoon comparing presidential candidate Abraham Lincoln to Charles Blondin, the French acrobat who crossed Niagara Falls on a tightrope ealier that year


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ABRAHAM LINCOLN. An 1860 American cartoon comparing presidential candidate Abraham Lincoln to Charles Blondin, the French acrobat who crossed Niagara Falls on a tightrope ealier that year

ABRAHAM LINCOLN.
An 1860 American cartoon comparing presidential candidate Abraham Lincoln to Charles Blondin, the French acrobat who crossed Niagara Falls on a tightrope ealier that year

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1860 Abraham Acrobat Agility Balance Candidate Canvassing Great Lincoln Niagara Falls Niagara River Republican Party Tight Rope Walker Blondin


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This 19th-century cartoon print titled "ABRAHAM LINCOLN" takes us back to a pivotal moment in American history. The image cleverly juxtaposes the Republican Party's presidential candidate, Abraham Lincoln, with Charles Blondin, the renowned French acrobat who had recently accomplished the daring feat of crossing Niagara Falls on a tightrope. The cartoon highlights not only Lincoln's physical resemblance to Blondin but also draws parallels between their respective challenges and abilities. Just as Blondin displayed incredible balance and agility while traversing the treacherous Niagara River, Lincoln was seen as navigating his own political tightrope during this crucial campaign season. In this artwork, we witness two men from different backgrounds coming together symbolically in pursuit of greatness. As America stood at a crossroads in its history, both figures represented hope for progress and unity amidst turbulent times. This thought-provoking piece captures the spirit of that era – one filled with anticipation and uncertainty. It serves as a reminder that leadership requires strength, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to finding equilibrium even when faced with seemingly insurmountable obstacles. "The ABRAHAM LINCOLN" print by The Granger Collection offers viewers a glimpse into an important chapter of American politics through artistry and symbolism. It invites us to reflect on our past while contemplating the qualities we seek in our leaders today.

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