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     MANUSCRIPTS and ARCHIVAL MATERIAL

cartoons (humorous images)

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Pictorial images, usually drawings, that are humorous or that use wit and satire to comment on contemporary events, social habits, political trends, or other topical subjects, often executed in a broad or abbreviated manner. Originally referred to full-page illustrations in a circulating paper or periodical, especially when comical and relating to current events.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

L.B. Watts diary

 Collection — Folder 1
Identifier: MSS 16624
Content Description

A small hand-written and illustrated manuscript diary compiled by Commander LB Watts, RNR (Royal Navy Reserve) on his World War I and later service that holds details and information on the merchant ship, HMS City of London. The diary contains detailed lists of officers and men, armaments and technical diagrams, maps, newspaper clippings, and annotated cartoons.

Dates: ca. 1916-1944