uncle sam (symbolic character)

Describes "Uncle Sam" Wilson, the New York meat-packer who supplied the troops with meat during the War of 1812, and how he gave rise to the national symbol popular with illustrators.

Photographs and simple text provide an introduction to Uncle Sam.

Presents the origins and history of Uncle Sam and the real man, Samuel Wilson, who was the source of this American symbol.

Discusses the history and symbolic significance of America's Uncle Sam.