"Tribute to Tinhorn Caesar" Cartoon
Artifact IDMO 2024.1.38.20
Object Type
Editorial Cartoon
Date
1962
Artist
Ferman Martin
(Cartoonist for the Houston Chronicle, American, 1899-1977)
Publisher
The Houston Chronicle
(American Newspaper)
Medium
ink, graphite on paper
DimensionsOverall H 16 1/4 in x W 14 in (41.3 cm x 35.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionOriginal cartoon drawing. Uncle Sam is carrying a Bulldozer on his back to the feet of Ceasar (Fidel Castro). In the background John F. Kennedy holds a sign "Bulldozers and Tractors for Castro" while John Q. Public stands next to him with bubble overhead "What was that about American Prestige Mr. President?". Caption: "Tribute to Tinhorn Caesar"
Historical Note
THE TRACTORS-FOR-FREEDOM movement was a wholly private humanitarian movement aimed at saving the lives of several hundred men. It was supported by many American citizens.
Fidel Castro made an offer to "exchange" the lives of 1,200 prisoners for 500 agricultural tractors. A number of private committees were organized to raise the necessary funds, and many private American citizens inquired as to where they could contribute. President Kennedy felt the United States government could not be a party to these negotiations. But he stated the government should not interfere with the humanitarian efforts of private citizens.
Additional DetailsTHE TRACTORS-FOR-FREEDOM movement was a wholly private humanitarian movement aimed at saving the lives of several hundred men. It was supported by many American citizens.
Fidel Castro made an offer to "exchange" the lives of 1,200 prisoners for 500 agricultural tractors. A number of private committees were organized to raise the necessary funds, and many private American citizens inquired as to where they could contribute. President Kennedy felt the United States government could not be a party to these negotiations. But he stated the government should not interfere with the humanitarian efforts of private citizens.
Custodial History NoteItem was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1965
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesKennedy Administration Collection 1960-1963 (National Archives Identifier 1676959)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - FullyUse Restriction Note© The Houston Cronicle
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Related Links
"President Kennedy’s Statement on Tractors-for-Freedom program"
