The real German-American (1900)

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Description:Udo Keppler's 1900 work, "The Real German-American," is a vibrant political cartoon that offers a critical commentary on the identities and loyalties of German-Americans in the context of American politics at the turn of the 20th century. This compelling piece illustrates a confident and stern gentleman, unmistakably dressed in a suit, dropping a ballot into a voting box, which is emblematically draped with the American flag, emphasizing his participation and integration into American democratic processes.Behind the central figure, a backdrop features the portraits of then-current and future U.S. presidents, William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt, set against a large American flag upheld by a majestic eagle, symbolizing the patriotic ethos of the era. The sash worn by the man reads "For President," linking him directly to the political foreground of America.However, perhaps the most striking element of the cartoon is the depiction of two distraught characters to the side, labelled as "Native Agitator" and "Naturalization," who appear to be in a state of panic and disarray. This contrast starkly satirizes the opposition of certain native-born Americans to the political participation and influence of naturalized citizens, particularly those of German descent.Keppler's work cleverly uses humor and caricature to discuss serious themes of citizenship, allegiance, and the diverse fabric of American society.

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Udo J. Keppler, since 1894. known as Joseph Keppler, Jr., was an American political cartoonist, publisher, and Native American advocate. The son of cartoonist Joseph Keppler (1838–1894), who founded Puck magazine, the younger Keppler also contributed to cartoons, and after his father's death became co-owner of the magazine under the name Joseph Keppler. He was also a collector of Native American artifacts.