Forging of a Nation All the ripples in the creek

the ripples in the creek

Image: 24”x 15” on paper

both of which showcase the electrifying energy of this pivotal moment in sports history

Ornament Size: 2"x3"

Forging of a Nation All the ripples in the creekLiberty magazine featured Fribergs Forging a Nation on its cover in 1941. A sculpted Uncle Sam, symbolizing the strength of America, forges a sword under the watchful and fierce eye of the eagle, symbolizing freedom. Rather than portray Uncle Sam as a spindly gentleman, as was the more typical depiction in his day, Friberg took a fresh approach. To convey Americas power, he focused on the bulging, veined biceps of a blacksmith wielding his hammer.