Posters Patriotism Propaganda in WWI Conceptions versus Reality

Posters, Patriotism, & Propaganda in WWI Conceptions versus Reality

Propaganda the organized dissemination of information to influence thoughts, beliefs, feelings, and actions a systematic spreading of ideas influencing people to support a particular cause or point of view

Gaining Support for War The federal government worked very hard to enlist the support of all Canadians in the war effort. Whether at home or in active duty on the Western Front, Canadians were urged to do their part to help ensure victory What methods could government use?

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Purpose of the Posters Most posters produced by the government in World War I served one of four purposes: 1. Encourage young men to enlist 2. Convince Canadians to buy Victory Bonds to help finance the war 3. Encourage Canadians to be thrifty and conserve food 4. Urge Canadians to contribute to the Patriotic Fund, which provided assistance to families of the men fighting overseas

‘Over the Top’ What does going ‘Over the Top’ mean? What images/ideas/emotions come to mind?