Thomas Nast - NJ Historical Marker
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Historical marker for the home of Thomas Nast at 50 Macculloch Avenue, in Morristown, NJ.
Waymark Code: WMBD64
Location: New Jersey, United States
Date Posted: 05/08/2011
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This was the home of Thomas Nast (September 27, 1840 – December 7, 1902) a German-born American caricaturist and editorial cartoonist who is considered to be the "Father of the American Cartoon". Among his notable works are the creation of the modern version of Santa Claus, the male personification of the United States government, Uncle Sam, as well as the political symbols of both major United States political parties: the Republican elephant and the Democratic donkey.
It is a private residence, please do not trespass.
Marker Name: Thomas Nast
Marker Type: Official NJ State
Marker text:
Thomas Nast
From 1872 to 1902, home of
political caroonist who
exposed Tweed Ring and
created Democrat Donkey
and Republican Elephant
Dedication Date: 01/01/1964
City: Morristown
County: Morris
Group responsible for placement: The State of New Jersey
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