Gregory Rudd: Uncle Sam

Artist: Gregory Rudd
1952 -
Nationality: American
Artwork Year: 1996
Image Size: 12.25 by 14.5 inches
Overall Size: 15.25 by 17.25 inches
Medium: Oil on Cold Press Illustration Board

The symbol of the United States, Uncle Sam originated as a nickname for the U.S. government during the War of 1812. The term was apparently derived from the initials "U.S.," stamped on barrels of salted meat provided by Samuel Wilson, a meat inspector and provisioner for the U.S. Army. Citizens in areas of New York and Vermont who opposed the war coined the term "Uncle Sam" to refer to the United States. American cartoonists have portrayed Uncle Sam in political satire since the early 1830s. In the 20th century, the familiar image of Uncle Sam was used in James Montgomery Flagg's design for a World War I recruiting poster. The caption read, "I Want You." In 1961 the United States Congress passed a resolution declaring Uncle Sam a national symbol.

This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood® First Day Cover of the 32¢ Folk Heroes Se-tenant Block of 4 issued July 11, 1996.

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