"The Great War" (World War I) stands as a great turning point in both world history and American history. This exhibit displays some of the American recruiting posters for the war effort. Each poster here is unique and varies in aesthetic appeal; however, they are all a testament to American patriotism, sense of duty, and sacrifice. They also have a sense of urgency, which the government used to recruit soldiers, nurses, doctors, and even cooks. Thus, the World War I era's recruitment posters are usually intriguing and very visually demanding, which is why I chose this particular theme. In fact, the posters use art in an attempt at persuasion; they visually convey an image or ideal, in hopes of appealing to the peoples' morals and love for their country.
I mainly found Army and Navy recruiting posters for soldiers. The Navy sold the idea of traveling the world, as well as doing your duty of service, all while experiencing new adventures. I believe the posters also use the concept of peer pressure: asking people to consider how other Americans will view you if you do not enlist. Furthermore, I really think that "Uncle Sam's" use in art was brilliant. Looking more into this topic, I realized how serious the media wanted people to see these advertisements. They made you feel like the future of America was riding on you.
When I think of recruiting for the military, I think of soldiers that are on the front lines. After doing my research, however, I realized that there were many heroes from that time. This included Naval nurses, who played a vital role in healing our wounded soldiers back to health. The government also asked cooks to enroll in the Navy, called "sea-cooks". In addition, the women were asked to support the war effort by working and doing the jobs that the men who went overseas left behind. Finally, these posters are a reflection back on a time of nationwide honor and duty, while also providing us with evidence of the government's past successful recruiting efforts.
I mainly found Army and Navy recruiting posters for soldiers. The Navy sold the idea of traveling the world, as well as doing your duty of service, all while experiencing new adventures. I believe the posters also use the concept of peer pressure: asking people to consider how other Americans will view you if you do not enlist. Furthermore, I really think that "Uncle Sam's" use in art was brilliant. Looking more into this topic, I realized how serious the media wanted people to see these advertisements. They made you feel like the future of America was riding on you.
When I think of recruiting for the military, I think of soldiers that are on the front lines. After doing my research, however, I realized that there were many heroes from that time. This included Naval nurses, who played a vital role in healing our wounded soldiers back to health. The government also asked cooks to enroll in the Navy, called "sea-cooks". In addition, the women were asked to support the war effort by working and doing the jobs that the men who went overseas left behind. Finally, these posters are a reflection back on a time of nationwide honor and duty, while also providing us with evidence of the government's past successful recruiting efforts.
Join The Air Services and Serve in France- Do It Now
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Uncle Sam is calling you for the U.S. Army
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