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A group of vultures waiting for the storm to Blow Over - Let
A group of vultures waiting for the storm to Blow Over - Let Us Prey. Illustration shows William Boss Tweed and members of his ring, Peter B. Sweeny, Richard B. Connolly, and A. Oakey Hall, weathering a violent storm on a ledge with the picked-over remains of New York City. Date 1871. A group of vultures waiting for the storm to Blow Over - Let Us Prey. Illustration shows William Boss Tweed and members of his ring, Peter B. Sweeny, Richard B. Connolly, and A. Oakey Hall, weathering a violent storm on a ledge with the picked-over remains of New York City. Date 1871
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A Group of Vultures Waiting for the Storm to Blow Over - Let Us Prey
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: A Dark Allegory of Corruption and Greed in 1870s New York City This powerful and evocative illustration, titled "A Group of Vultures Waiting for the Storm to Blow Over - Let Us Prey," was published in Puck Magazine in 1871, during the height of the Tweed Ring scandal. The image depicts a group of vultures, including infamous political boss William "Boss" Tweed and his associates Peter B. Sweeny, Richard B. Connolly, and A. Oakey Hall, huddled together on a rocky ledge during a violent storm. The picked-over remains of New York City lie below them, symbolizing the devastation wrought by their corruption and greed. The vultures, known for their scavenging and predatory nature, are a chilling metaphor for the Tweed Ring, a group of political insiders who plundered the city's treasury through bribery, fraud, and extortion. The storm represents the public outrage and scrutiny that was finally blowing in, forcing the corrupt politicians to weather the storm and face the consequences of their actions. The illustration was created during a time when New York City was reeling from the financial and moral devastation caused by the Tweed Ring scandal. The image was a stark reminder of the destructive power of greed and corruption, and served as a call to action for the citizens of New York to demand accountability and transparency from their elected officials. This haunting and thought-provoking illustration remains an important historical artifact, shedding light on a dark chapter in American political history and serving as a cautionary tale for future generations. The image is a powerful reminder of the importance of integrity, transparency, and the rule of law in government, and the consequences of allowing corruption to go unchecked.
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