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Rubbing It In. An 1862 cartoon from a Northern American newspaper mocking the overzealousness of volunteers in Union Army hospitals
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Rubbing It In. An 1862 cartoon from a Northern American newspaper mocking the overzealousness of volunteers in Union Army hospitals
CIVIL WAR HOSPITAL.
Rubbing It In. An 1862 cartoon from a Northern American newspaper mocking the overzealousness of volunteers in Union Army hospitals
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1862 Bonnet Hospital Infirmary Injured Newspaper Nurse Patient Political Reading Union Union Army Volunteer Yankee
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Rubbing It In - A Glimpse into the Overzealousness of Union Army Volunteers in Civil War Hospitals
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. This 1862 cartoon print, titled "Rubbing It In" offers a satirical portrayal of the enthusiastic volunteers serving in Union Army hospitals during the American Civil War. The artist skillfully captures the essence of this era by depicting an interior scene within a hospital ward. In this thought-provoking image, we witness injured soldiers lying on their beds while being tended to by dedicated nurses and volunteers. The cartoon cleverly highlights the exaggerated zeal displayed by these well-meaning individuals as they go about their duties. With meticulous attention to detail, each character is depicted with distinct features - from the soldier's middle-aged moustache to the nurse's bonnet - adding depth and authenticity to this historical representation. The political undertones are evident as well, as this Northern American newspaper cartoon aims to mock and shed light on some of the excesses witnessed within these infirmaries. Through humor and satire, it reminds viewers that even amidst war-torn chaos, there were moments when overenthusiasm could overshadow practicality. As we delve into this snapshot from history, we gain insight into both the challenges faced by wounded soldiers during those tumultuous times and society's response through volunteerism. This remarkable engraving serves not only as a reminder of our past but also prompts us to reflect upon how compassion can sometimes be taken too far.
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