Kriegsanleihe, helft den Hutern eures Gluckes
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Kriegsanleihe, helft den Hutern eures Gluckes
Kriegsanleihe, helft den Hutern eures Gluckes. Poster shows a man holding a sword with his other arm around his wife and baby. Text: War Loans help the guardians of your happiness. Date 1918. Kriegsanleihe, helft den Hutern eures Gluckes. Poster shows a man holding a sword with his other arm around his wife and baby. Text: War Loans help the guardians of your happiness. Date 1918
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1. Title: Kriegsanleihe, Helbt den Hutern eures Gluckes - War Loans, Guardians of Your Happiness (1918) 2. Description: This evocative poster from 1918, titled "Kriegsanleihe, Helbt den Hutern eures Gluckes" (War Loans, Guardians of Your Happiness), features a powerful image of a man in military uniform, holding a sword in one hand and tenderly embracing his wife and baby with the other. The couple gazes lovingly into each other's eyes, while their cherubic baby looks up at them with a smile. The background is a simple, muted palette of blues and grays, with the text "Kriegsanleihe, Helbt den Hutern eures Gluckes" (War Loans, Guardians of Your Happiness) written in bold, red letters. 3. Historical Context: This poster was created during World War I, a time when the German government was struggling to finance the war effort. To raise funds, the government launched a war bond campaign, encouraging citizens to invest in war loans to support the military and ensure the safety and happiness of their families. The use of a loving family image in the poster was an effective way to appeal to the emotions of the population and encourage them to invest in the war effort. 4. Analysis: The image of the man holding a sword while embracing his family is a powerful symbol of protection and sacrifice. The use of the sword, a traditional symbol of military power, underscores the importance of the war effort and the role that individual citizens played in supporting it. The tender scene of the couple and their baby also emphasizes the importance of family and the desire to ensure their happiness, even in the midst of war. The red text on a blue background creates a striking visual contrast, making the text stand out and drawing the viewer's attention to the message of the poster. Overall, this poster is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime and the importance of family and community in times of hardship.
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