This propaganda is very simple, like many, but it attacks a central point that is risky, but has great power. By bringing up god and saying, "God's on our side," this images is signifying that there is a god and fighting the Nazi's is the right thing to do. For people who don't believe in god, which is not a majority of the people, they may find this offensive. But religion is important to many, and to think and believe you have the support of such a high authority, supernatural power is a very power feeling/statement. For the people who were against the Nazis, but couldn't do anything about it, this poster gives them support; it promises them that they're morals are correct. It gives the idea that you must keep fighting for your cause, and if you'll succeed if you are the one fighting for justice. This piece of propaganda can apply to any war. The most important thing to note is that having the support of God gives confidence and inspires more people to go out and be active.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Propaganda, extra credit
This propaganda is very simple, like many, but it attacks a central point that is risky, but has great power. By bringing up god and saying, "God's on our side," this images is signifying that there is a god and fighting the Nazi's is the right thing to do. For people who don't believe in god, which is not a majority of the people, they may find this offensive. But religion is important to many, and to think and believe you have the support of such a high authority, supernatural power is a very power feeling/statement. For the people who were against the Nazis, but couldn't do anything about it, this poster gives them support; it promises them that they're morals are correct. It gives the idea that you must keep fighting for your cause, and if you'll succeed if you are the one fighting for justice. This piece of propaganda can apply to any war. The most important thing to note is that having the support of God gives confidence and inspires more people to go out and be active.
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Great points about the power of religion.
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Your point that having God on your side makes people feel strong against the enemy is correct. The people needed reassurance that their side would win, and by having such a supernatural deity on their side, they became courageous.
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