In these posters, pictures of
fists, muscles, tools, and artillery convey American strength. Patriotic colors
of red, white, and blue predominate as national symbols and heroes appeal to
patriotism.
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These
posters confront the viewer with the frightening
stakes of the war and its human cost. Dark,
earthen colors appear in portrayals of imperiled
citizens, as well as dead and wounded soldiers. |
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