WW1 poster, Liberty Bonds
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WW1 poster, Liberty Bonds
Poster, The Hun - his Mark, Blot it Out with Liberty Bonds.
circa 1917
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Media ID 14376206
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Blood Blot Bonds Enemy Finance Financial Fingers Fundraising Liberty Mark Money Palm Persuasion Persuasive Propaganda
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful WWI poster, titled "The Hun - His Mark, Blot it Out with Liberty Bonds," was created circa 1917 to encourage American citizens to purchase Liberty Bonds as part of the country's war effort financing. The image depicts a menacing hand, with the ominous label "The Hun" inscribed on the wrist, reaching out to leave a bloodstain on an innocent woman's dress. The poster's persuasive message urges viewers to "blot out" the Hun's mark by buying Liberty Bonds, symbolizing the financial defeat of Germany and the protection of freedom and peace. During World War I, Liberty Bonds served as a crucial source of funding for the United States military, allowing the country to finance its involvement in the conflict and ultimately contribute to the Allied victory. This poster, with its striking visuals and compelling call to action, was an essential component of the government's propaganda campaign to mobilize public support and participation in the war effort. The poster's design, featuring a dark and ominous color palette, emphasizes the gravity of the situation and the importance of taking action to protect one's country. The use of the term "Hun," a derogatory term for German soldiers during WWI, further highlights the enemy and the need to defeat them. Overall, this poster is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime and the power of persuasive messaging to galvanize a nation towards a common goal.
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