John Bull firing at a mark!!

This sheet depicts John Bull at target practice. Bull has removed his hat, wig and cloak , revealing his bald head and awkward figure. At close range, Bull fires a spray of shot at a scarecrow wearing a uniform covered with gold braid and a plumed hat. This sheet is another that relates to the invasion scare of 1803. Bull, representing the clumsy Englishman of middling sorts, optimistically practices for the invasion. The print has darkened with age. The corners of this sheet are pierced with tack or nail holes. This sheet depicts John Bull at target practice. Bull has removed his hat, wig and cloak , revealing his bald head and awkward figure. At close range, Bull fires a spray of shot at a scarecrow wearing a uniform covered with gold braid and a plumed hat. This sheet is another that relates to the invasion scare of 1803. Bull, representing the clumsy Englishman of middling sorts, optimistically practices for the invasion. The print has darkened with age. The corners of this sheet are pierced with tack or nail holes. Published by William Holland. Caption: London Pub Aug 18, 1803 by W. Holland No 11 Cockspur Street Pall Mall Dialogue: John Bull: "D__n me, but I've winged the Corsican!!