As you can see, in the front and center of each of these posters is a service man who is portrayed as being very honorable and strong. This choice of design causes a strong sense of masculinity and power being given to all those who help fight in the war. In two of these posters, the word "you" can be seen clearly and loudly, along with a general's finger being pointed at the reader. This ingenious choice of design causes the reader to not have a choice in being involved in the war one way or another. The layout of these propaganda signs strongly encourages, even commands citizens to participate in the war efforts.
I love your photos and commentary. This section reminded me of a PBS production, "My Boy Jack," about Rudyard Kipling and his son John during WWI. Kipling was one of the writers of the propaganda pamphlets. He encouraged his 18 year old son to enlist in the army. Due to his poor eyesight, the son was turned down; however, Kipling used his connections to get his son into the Irish Guards. Shortly after the son arrived at the front, he was killed. At the time Kipling did now know how poorly prepared and equipped for war the British army was. Such a sad story.
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