The cartoon "Join or Die" depicts a divided snake, representing the American colonies, with each segment labeled with the initials of a different colony. The snake is cut into pieces, symbolizing the lack of unity among the colonies. The message "Join or Die" is written below, symbolizing the importance of coming together and uniting against a common threat or enemy. This cartoon was created by Benjamin Franklin in 1754 and served as a powerful political statement urging the colonies to unite during the French and Indian War.
