The Ostend Doctrine

James Buchanan surrounded by criminal quoting the Ostend Manifesto

Historical Era:

ERA 4: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861) ERA 5: Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)

Keywords:

The Ostend Doctrine Hispanic American History Latin America Cuba Manifest Destiny James Buchanan

Date Created:

Place Created: New York

Year Created: 1856

Historical Theme:

Politics Foreign Affairs Slavery Diplomacy

Categories of Documents:

Description:

This political cartoon depicts future President James Buchanan and a group of men who appear to be thieves. These figures use quotations from the Ostend Manifesto to justify their actions of robbing Buchanan. The cartoon critiques the "Ostend Doctrine" by suggesting its principles were akin to justifying theft or illicit actions, implying it was a disreputable and self-serving political scheme.

Link to content:

https://www.loc.gov/item/2003656587/