The First American Political Cartoon Mark Bryant looks at the first political cartoon – and one of the most influential ever – to be published in America. Mark Bryant | Published in History Today Volume 57 Issue 12 December 2007 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. USAArtPolitical Popular articles Why Do Religions Decline? The Iron Amir: Britain’s Afghan Legacy