Abstract
The United States produced more propaganda posters than any other World War II belligerent—over 200,000 different designs. The simple posters were the most ubiquitous and constant reminders of wartime themes for millions of citizens. First under the control of the US government, posters were eventually produced by advertising agencies and reflected a wide array of approaches. This presentation identifies a few popular themes that were mirrored in the posters of other countries, notably the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, and Russia. The examples show the problems and successes of various approaches. The propaganda posters of World War II have proven to be iconic images that are echoed in contemporary art and politics. They have made a deep impression on global popular culture.
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Social, Political and Community Agendas in the Arts
KEYWORDS
"Art History", " Politics of Art", " Public Arts"
Digital Media
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