Uncle Sam

Uncle Sam is a personification of the United States government or the country itself, often depicted as a tall, bearded man in a stovepipe hat decorated with stars and stripes. The character gained prominence during the early 20th century and is commonly used in political cartoons, advertisements, and patriotic imagery to represent national interests, government authority, or to motivate citizens to participate in civic duties like paying taxes or enlisting in the military. Essentially, Uncle Sam is a symbolic figure that embodies the spirit, ideals, and authority of the United States.