Propaganda


 * Please post 2 examples of effective propaganda--one from the WWII era and one from contemporary society (1980-present). Under each form of propaganda, please write a 1-2 sentence caption explaining the purpose of your piece. Be sure to include your name so credit can be awarded. We will discuss all aspects and examples of PROPAGANDA in class on Tuesday, April 26.**

 ] Jazz Teich: The first poster is a WW2 poster asking the American public to enlist in order to defeat the "mad brute" being the Axis Powers. The second poster is a contemporary form of propaganda depicted with Obama's face with a caption "change". This poster also has the colors of the American flag showing that this his patriotism inspires him to carry out the changes that the American people demand. jessica schmidt (sorry i could not figure out how to uploads photos directly onto here)

Melissa: This WWII poster attempts to generate support for the war. It appeals to fear by showing a caricaturized version of Hitler and a Japanese soldier looming over the United States. This gives Americans the impression that Japan and German, which appear absolutely terrifying, will invade the United States unless Americans support the war.

Melissa: This modern poster is intended to get people to join the army. It portrays a soldier as strong, disciplined, proud, superior to civilians, and worthy of respect. The question at the end challenges the audience to prove their strength by joining the army.



This poster encourages Americans to buy war bonds through both straightforward text as well as frightening, suggestive imagery. It shows a patriotic (as seen by the boys' flag and plane) trio of siblings who were innocently playing around (doll, hat, plane) until the shadow of Nazism fell around them. The poster suggests that buying war bonds to help the country will prevent these childrne from being touched by the shadow of the Axis. - Eli



This billboard encourages Americans to join the Air Force Reserves through a call to action (Live the Extreme) and an adrenaline-boosting image. It challenges people (mostly men, as it is men in the poster) to be "extreme" and live up to their masculine, extreme image, and it all tries to be very modern and hip by adding "Grab Some Air" in brackets near a web address, directing itself towards younger people. - Eli This poster targets the emotions of women whose boyfriends or husbands are at war and tells them that by getting a war job, they are working to end the war sooner, thus allowing their loved ones to return home. The woman depicted is clutching onto letters that are presumably from her deported sweetheart and appears to be looking off into a light in the distance, equating war jobs with hope.-Gabby This poster serves as a throwback to propaganda during the ruling of Mao Zedong in communist China. The head of Chairman Mao has been replaced with Obama's. It adopts the extremist conservative view that the political policies of Obama can be compared to Maoism.-Gabby



This poster serves as a warning and a reminder for United States citizens not to discuss troop movements, ship positions and the like because you never know who could be listening. Information that is "carelessly" discussed, and thus leaked, can cost people their lives. -Shaina



This poster juxtaposes Obama's image with well known symbols of fascism and communism. This draws attention to Obama's heavy focus on social programs, such as his proposed healthcare bill, and paints him in an extremist light. - Shaina



"Hitler is building. Help him. Buy German goods." This poster, a piece of German propaganda, perhaps gives insight as to //how// something as horrible as WWII could happen. HItler is depicted as a youthful, strong German, the sleeves rolled up as he "builds" implies industriousness and productivity that was(however unfortunately) able to win over a German public left devastated by World War I, looking for any sort of positive figure. It is especially interesting for it reminds us of the power of perspective and how the same man can be portrayed so differently to different audiences.



This is an example of modern propaganda, which is directed at ideological grounds, rather then typical nationalistic ones. By showing the hand of an adult as well as infant 'raised against abortion', powerful emotions are stirred in the viewer. The image preys upon the shared public image of a cute baby, and implies that the tiny hand is otherwise killed if abortion is permitted.

( http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_hmzoq8R4W6A/TNB6CQ6JRwI/AAAAAAAAFj8/lCmC00vPbzQ/s1600/prop2.jpg ) Kathy - The purpose of this poster is to encourage people to participate in "car-sharing" clubs. It convinces its audience to do so by comparing the choice of driving by oneself to Nazi participation, eliciting fear and guilt.

( http://www.classroomtools.com/iraq_mw.jpg ) Kathy - The purpose of this poster is to show that the Republican claim to supporting our troops is not their priority. It uses logos in its numerical data, pathos in its picture, and symbolism of color.

This piece of propaganda illustrates the grim reality much of Europe faced during WWII. The caption reads "It can happen here -- unless we keep 'em firing!" The poster sends a warning to the American people that they must support the war effort if they so desire to continue living prosperously and peacefully. -MaryCate

This piece of propaganda epitomizes the cigarette ad; it features a rustic, somewhat mysterious cowboy as he holds a Marlboro in his mouth. Such an image tries to convey the idea that if one smokes cigarettes, one may appear as equally mystifying as the cowboy. Underneath the two Marlboro packs, one may read the words "Marlboro Red or Longhorn 100's-- you've got a lot to like," which subtly force the viewer to accept this brand. Nevertheless, the dangers of smoking are only presented in fine print in the corner of the ad.- MaryCate

(http://www.magazine13.com/img/misc/vintage-war-propaganda-posters/vintage-war-propaganda-posters08.jpg) This poster serves to promote submarine service by glorifying the typical sailor. Having a beautiful woman draped on the enlisted man implies the same will happen to anyone willing to volunteer, thus making it false propaganda. -Dale

(http://www.gillette.com/champions/en-NZ/assets/images/wallpapers/tiger_1600x1200.jpg) This modern example of propaganda uses a famous athlete, Tiger Woods, to entice potential buyers. Also, the word "Champions" is used to make people believe that if they use this razor, they will become a "champion" like Tiger Woods, which, in all likelihood, they will not. -Dale

This famous piece of WWII propaganda utilizes a short, effective slogan to summarize to GIs the importance of being discreet in letters home. They were instructed to provide little to no information regarding any military happenings or locations lest the letters be intercepted and used by the enemy. The concise message and image likely carried much more weight to the soldiers who sailed to Europe amongst friends and family.

In this modern piece of North Korean propaganda, the minimalist design of the poster lends to sinister implications of United States evil. The US footprint is made of symbols of skulls, chains, and bombs, declaring the US to be a faction of evil and destruction. The use of the businessman's shoes could imply either government or economy, and certainly the evil and danger of working with either, according to the North Korean government.

This piece of World War II propaganda illustrates the encouragement of reverence towards the military. By depicting a brother and sister gazing in admiration at several fighter planes, the poster intends to appeal to the youth of America and elicits a feeling of venerated pride. Ironically, portions of the sky are of darker shade which cast shadows on the youthful siblings below, perhaps hinting at the tragedy of Pearl Harbor. -Mike

In this contemporary piece of propaganda, the neglection of the poor is personified through a homeless man begging for change, adjacent to President Obama who proudly showcases a plethora of emblems on his jacket. This signfies Obama's devotion to economically supporting programs such as the Federal Reserve, World Bank, and foreign relations in Israel. -Mike

WWII Russian Propaganda Translation: "The enemy is cunning - be on guard!" A visual metaphor shows a Russian solider pointing his gun at a wolf in sheep's clothing with the nazi symbol on its face. Uses a classic and well known tale as a reminder to Soviet citizens to remain wary of German spies and sympathizers. - Zach

Modern Progaganda

Remenicent of historical propaganda, this contemporary piece shows fresh chopped vegetables and a jar with eating utensils in front of a homely wallpaper background. Message encourages people to eat healthy, organic food in place of more commonplace processed foods. - Zach