Tammany Hall Collection
"Tammany Hall: A Tale of Corruption and Influence in 19th Century New York" In the heart of Manhattan, a political machine known as Tammany Hall reigned supreme
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"Tammany Hall: A Tale of Corruption and Influence in 19th Century New York" In the heart of Manhattan, a political machine known as Tammany Hall reigned supreme. Its notorious leader, Boss Tweed, was depicted in Thomas Nast's scathing cartoons that exposed his web of corruption. The Union Square Green Market thrived nearby, with the imposing Tammany Hall building serving as a constant reminder of power and deceit. Isaac Vanderbeck Fowler captured the essence of this era between 1855 and 1865, showcasing an unknown creator's work that reflected the times. Satirical publications like Puck added fuel to the fire with their biting humor; "Kik-kik-cock-a-doodle doo. Mr. Kelly, how are YOU?" echoed through its pages. The influence extended beyond politics - even banking became entangled in Tammany's grasp. Charles Moss immortalized Tammany Bank in a striking image from 1938 while William O. Fletcher crafted a toy bank inspired by this infamous institution. Yet amidst all the chaos and greed, there were those who fought back against Tammany's grip on power. The wood engraving titled "The Cat s-Paw - Anything to Get Chestnuts" illustrated their struggle for justice. John T. Hoffman and William Boss Tweed stood side by side in an engraving from 1871 – two faces representing both sides of this complex tale. And then there was William M. Boss Tweed himself hugging Samuel J. , embodying the close ties between politicians and their cronies. But not everyone succumbed to corruption; Harpers Weekly featured "Tweed-le-dee and Tilden-dum, " highlighting those who resisted Temany's allure. Today, we look back at these historical artifacts with fascination – reminders of an era when power could be bought but also challenged; when one man controlled it all but faced opposition from brave souls.