The Soldier with the green whiskers led them through the streets 1900

"The Soldier with the Green Whiskers Led Them Through the Streets" is an illustration created by William Wallace Denslow in 1900. The image is a scene from L. Frank Baum’s “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” depicting a group of characters from the story, including the Cowardly Lion, the Tin Woodman, Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and the soldier with the green whiskers. The soldier is depicted wearing a military uniform and leading the group through the streets, with the Lion, Dorothy and the Scarecrow following closely behind him. The illustration is in a vibrant, colorful style with a whimsical and fairytale-like quality. The illustration, with its signature style, became iconic in popular culture for its role in illustrating Baum’s iconic story.