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What is Propaganda?
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Propaganda is a specific type
of message presentation
aimed at serving an agenda.
At its root, the denotation of
propaganda is 'to propagate
(actively spread) a philosophy
or point of view'.
The most common use of the
term (historically) is in
political contexts; in particular
to refer to certain efforts
sponsored by governments or
political groups. (Wikipedia)
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Each of the nations which
participated in World
War One from 1914-18
used propaganda
posters.
They used posters to:
• justify their involvement to
their own populace
• As a means of recruiting
men
• A way to raise money and
resources to sustain the
military campaign.
• To urge conservation
 Television
had not yet
been invented
 Not everyone owned
or had access to a
radio
 Posters were the most
effective means of
getting a message
across
 Negative
– Get people to
act based on fear or
anger
 Positive
– Get people act
by using encouraging,
motivating, spirited
(patriotic) messages
 Seven
Tricks (link)
 Activity:
In small groups, examine the
following posters and identify the
‘tricks’ used in the posters. Each group
will present their conclusions to the
class.
Persuading people
to do something by
letting them know
others are doing it.
Using the words
of a famous
person to
persuade you.
Using something
or someone we
respect or revere
to stir emotions.
Convince the audience that
the spokesperson is from
humble origins, someone
they can trust and who has
their interests at heart.
Calling the other side
names like evil,
bloodthirsty, killers,
butchers, etc. to
create an unfavorable
opinion or hatred
Using nice words to
describe about your
side like hero, brave,
honorable, freedom,
justice, etc.
Makes the best case
possible for one’s side and
the worst for the opposing
viewpoint
Uses only facts that
support one side of the
argument
Poster 1
Poster 2
Poster 3
Poster 4
Poster 5
Poster 7
Poster 8
Poster 9
Poster 10
Poster 11
Poster 12
Poster 13
Poster 13
Poster 14
Poster 15
World War I Posters- Canada
http://www.firstworldwar.com/posters/can
ada.htm
As well as other sources.