In 1874, Thomas Nast created this racist caricature
In 1874, Thomas Nast created this racist caricature of African American politicians emotionally debating in a southern legislature during the Reconstruction Era. Ten years earlier, his depictions of blacks were more empathetic, dignified, and heroic. This may reflect the war weariness and disillusionment cause by 15 years of civil conflict
Picture No
13124819
Media ID
45372672
Size
1998px x 3000px
(2.3MB)
Credit
Mary Evans / The Everett Collection
Source
Courtesy Everett Collection
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