Themes

Article highlights

• Introduction

• The Use of Posters as Propaganda

• Interpreting Propaganda Posters

• The Royal Navy in Propaganda

Interpreting Propaganda Posters

Posters can be studied as objects in themselves because they reflect the aesthetic style of their time. The images used in posters give an idea of lifestyles, fashions and everyday objects that were in use.

 

They can also be used to -

• Study themes and issues

• Outline government policy

• Illustrate economic and social attitudes

• Show the attitude of the Government towards propaganda and the public

• Highlight the roles society expected individuals to play in wartime