The widespread use of 'speak softly and carry a big stick' began with American president Theodore Roosevelt. In a letter to Henry L. Sprague, on January 26th 1900, he wrote:
"Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far"
Using your knowledge on United States Imperialism and Roosevelt's philosophy of "Big Sticks" interpret the meaning of this political cartoon. Follow these steps:
1. What do you see in the picture,
2. After making a list of items, what does it mean to you.
3. You have examples of Roosevelt's Big Stick Policy, what are some current examples of the United States using Roosevelt's analogy?
