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Soldier, look at this enemy! Worse than Boche. Fight it! 1917 (illustration)
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Soldier, look at this enemy! Worse than Boche. Fight it! 1917 (illustration)
7415700 Soldier, look at this enemy! Worse than Boche. Fight it! 1917 (illustration); Private Collection; (add.info.: The enemy mosquito: propaganda poster of the Undersecretariat of State for Health Services in 1917, during the First World War - Soldier, look at this enemy! Worse than Boche. Fight it! Use all the means that science has at your disposal - Insect control, insecticide. Illustration by Stephany.); © Patrice Cartier. All rights reserved 2023
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© © Patrice Cartier. All rights reserved 2024 / Bridgeman Images
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This powerful propaganda poster from 1917 during the First World War urges soldiers to fight a new enemy - the mosquito. Depicted as more dangerous than the Boche (a derogatory term for Germans), the insect is portrayed as a formidable foe that must be defeated using all available scientific means such as insect control and insecticide.
The illustration by Stephany captures the urgency of this message, emphasizing the importance of protecting oneself against this unseen threat. The allegorical nature of the image serves as a reminder of the many dangers faced by soldiers on the battlefield, both seen and unseen.
In a time when warfare was evolving rapidly with new technologies and tactics, it is fascinating to see how even something as small as a mosquito could be considered a significant danger. This poster not only highlights the creativity and resourcefulness of wartime propaganda but also sheds light on the everyday struggles faced by those fighting in conflict zones.
As we reflect on this historical artifact, let us remember the sacrifices made by those who fought in wars past and present, facing enemies both human and non-human in their quest for victory.
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