The Use Of Propaganda During World War One

Propaganda was a very common and successful technique during the second world war, which is where both poster 1 and 2 are from. Both of these propaganda posters use a variety of persuasive tools and techniques to have an influence on the audience. These techniques include symbolic, written and technical codes which are successful in presenting image that is going to shock or persuade an audience into taking action.

The purpose of propaganda is to control the audience by sending messages to alter opinions or to persuade others into adopting beliefs, whether it's political, religious or philosophical. The definition of propaganda is spreading information that is especially of a biased nature in order to promote a political cause or point
The boy at the back of the image is wearing a paper sailors hat and also holding up and American flag. The flag that the boy is holding represents America and every person that lives there. This flag is in the hands of the boy, suggesting that if he is defeated by the shadow that is Nazi Germany, then so too will the rest of America. Another example of symbolism in this poster is the taller boy standing at the front. He is holding a US fighter plane toy and is holding back his younger brother. The boy represents American soldiers and his actions suggest that he will grow up to fight for his country. This symbolism is used to shock the audience and also give them a sense of
This is achieved through the use of written and technical codes. The text in this propaganda poster uses assertive techniques to present a statement as fact in confident and forceful way. The statement “He’s coming south, stop lockouts, stop strikes. War production must be increased.” demands that the only way to stop the Japanese invasion is to increase war production. “Stop lockouts, stop strikes” is written in a bold red text on the white Australian shape, the contrast in colours makes the text stand out and show its importance. These colours are then reversed in the text at the bottom of the poster, which once again makes it eye catching and shows its importance. The use of the colour red in this poster is symbolic of the battle, blood and death that will occur if the Japanese were to invade. This is seen in the red and white lines behind the Japanese man, however these lines could also represent a sunrise or the Japanese flag. The use of this colour is an effective technical code that makes the poster emotionally provoking to the