There are Two sides to a story.

On the American side, resources were slim. Notice how this poster uses color and emphasis on the word "they'll". This was a way to guilt americans into the war effort. During the war, American war supplies were slim, this poster helped start a movement of careful oil, rubber, and food usage. America began drafting thousands of soldiers, eventually, there was not enough food, ammo, or gear to go around, posters like these helped change that.

Buying war bonds was a way for the government to raise money for war equipment. Saying "don't let that shadow touch you" was a way of America saying "Hey, buy a bond or Germany will win!" Notice the use of contrast and emphasis in the poster. The dark areas are represented by the Nazi Symbol. Contrary to that, the kids are lit softly to bring out their child features. Lastly, notice the toys in their hands. This was to make adults sympathetic, and contribute to the war effort.

Hitler was considered one of the greatest public speakers of all time. Nazi propaganda posters followed in the footsteps of Hitler. Hitler used their countries hurt, and struggle to bring them together. He stressed loyalty multiple times and is how he gained such a massive following during the war. This poster touches on the fact that to be doing good for your country, is to fight for it. Notice how the words are in red. It's bold and powerful. Notice the texture and contrast of the soldier as well. Dark, crisp shadows help bring out his rock like features. It makes him look strong. It convinces others to fight.

Since Japan controlled the sources of rubber in South East Asia, America needed a source to make rubber for tires. There was a major shortage of natural rubber tires on the american side, so this was another way to get Americans to participate in the war effort. Notice the use of movement in this photo. By showing the soldiers physically using the tires, Americans can only guess that tires are of the utmost importance.

To say that Germany had a large army is an understatement. "Massive" is perhaps a better fit. In this poster we see the words from Hitler "It can not be otherwise: we have to win, and we will win." Notice the use of contrast and movement. The dark blacks signifying being bold. Brave. Notice the use of movement to signify Germany's relentless efforts to fight.

In this piece we see the words "There is no gain with half measures. The highest award requires the ultimate sacrifice." In this poster, Germany wants their citizens to know that the biggest honor and reward comes with joining the war effort. They were up against multiple forces, and needed all the hands they could get. Notice the contrast and emphasis in this poster. The leaves surround a symbol which appears to be an inverted torch. The torch symbol contrasts the rest of the artwork, putting more emphasis on it. The inverted torch is a cemetery symbol signifying life after death for Germany.

Here we see a German man, dying while keeping the strength to hold the flag of his country. Although Germany took the lives of many during World War II, they were still fighting for economic equality. Contrary to saying red is a symbol of death, evil, and wrong doing most of the time. Germany seemed to have found a sense a power in the color red. Perhaps even strength. Notice the emphasis and movement in the poster. The color red stands out, showing the strength and will of the soldier. The flag, although torn, still moves. Germany used this to empower people. Death needed to be seen as a step closer to their goal, a worthy sacrifice.

During World War II, Germany and Japan had spies sent to multiple countries to attain helpful information to make new and successful advances in the war. This eventually became a known fact, and the American army held the fault under the American people for spreading information of their whereabouts. Notice the use of color and emphasis in this poster. Red is a color to represent things of bad nature such as evil, death, mistakes, etc. Anther element to note is the use of space. Seeing the soldiers separated from their ship, can cause an overwhelming sense of loss, and sympathy. Many house holds had a loved one at war, which is why this poster draws so much attention.

This one of the best examples of using elements and principles of design to persuade the viewers. As seen earlier in the gallery, war bonds are purchased by American Citizens to help pay for the war effort. Things such as food, gear, ammo, rubber, etc. can now be bought to to the funding by the American citizens. Notice the strong use of color and emphasis. The soldiers face is beet red. The blood in the background of the picture is muddy and brown, signifying that these wounds have been here for awhile, and that this soldier is sick. By getting the Americans to become more sympathetic, the easier it is for the government in attaining more war bonds.

This piece is pretty self explanatory. We see a wrench crushing the Nazi symbol. "Tighten your Grip" is another way of America saying "Don't give up!" Notice the use of proportion and emphasis in the picture. Germany is being signified as red by America. Red can be considered "Bad" or "Evil" by most. Also, look at the proportion difference between the wrench and Germany. The wrench is not only America, but the allied forces fighting with America as well. The size of the wrench in this picture is symbolizing the massive numbers we attain by fighting with the Allies.