World War II Propaganda Techniques Propaganda refers to the circulation of false information, making it difficult to discern whether it is biased or not. This technique is mainly utilized in the political sphere. Propaganda played a pivotal role in shaping public opinion throughout WWII. It was spread in many forms, such as posters, radio, television, and pamphlets (Taylor, 2021). Propaganda played a key role in moving public opinion and mobilizing people to join World War II. Multiple groups and governments on both sides of the war used a wide range of propaganda tactics to appeal to people's emotions and get their views across. World War II propaganda posters were powerful visual weapons that shaped public perception and influenced action (Taylor, 2021). This paper discusses the tactics used in World War II propaganda posters. First, World War II propaganda posters utilized patriotic symbols and images. Symbols …show more content…
Posters often portray the opponent as a 3. Frightening person, using inflated facial expressions and disproportionate body parts (Taylor, 2021). The images were meant to inspire dread and animosity towards the other side. Propaganda posters from both sides often painted the other's troops as savages and monsters. For instance, the Nazis painted Allied forces in a negative light. This technique was to legitimize the war effort. Moreover, there was the use of appealing words and slogans on propaganda posters. Words and slogans were used to express a certain point or rally the audience to action. For example, the "Rosie the Riveter" poster in the United States used the phrase "We Can Do It!" to encourage women to join the war (Taylor, 2021). Moreover, posters often utilize persuasive language and appeals, such as those to authority, reason, and emotion, to get people to do things like purchase war bonds or ration