In the century after the 1860s Civil War, racist images of black Americans were widely circulated in what was the relatively new means of commercial advertising, used to sell everything from tooth paste to pancakes.

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During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, racist caricatures and stereotypes of Black Americans were commonly used in advertising for a wide range of products, including household goods and food items, as a means to appeal to white consumers. These depictions often reinforced derogatory stereotypes and contributed to the perpetuation of racial prejudices.

In the Century After the 1860s Civil War, Racist Images