Fireside Chat | The Art of War: Propaganda or Patriotism

• Sunday, September 21 @ 5:00 pm
• Lewes Public Library, Lewes, DE

World War II was an unprecedented threat to global democracy. Victory would require a total commitment from all Americans to equip and support the 12 million soldiers fighting for freedom. The “Home Front” was as important as the battlefield, and to pay for this war, President Roosevelt needed to raise billions of dollars. He used radio, film, newspapers, magazines, and public posters.

These colorful posters were designed by some of the United States’ finest artists, and millions were printed and displayed. The public encountered these pieces of propaganda everywhere they went, in post offices, schools, bus stops, and train stations. They promoted the sale of war bonds, warned "loose lips sink ships", and encouraged every citizen to recycle used materials and obey the strict rationing rules.

Noted local artist Fred Dylla will join host Paul Sparrow to present a wide range of these posters, explain their meaning and impact, and explore how this effort shaped the post-war future of graphic design and advertising. 

NOTE: this session is available to attend in-person or through Zoom. You MUST REGISTER and indicate which you prefer. Each in-person attendee must register separately. Each individual attending must register to reserve a seat. Do NOT sign up two people under one reservation.

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