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Propaganda poster issued by the British Empire Union, pub. London, c. 1918 (colour litho)
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Propaganda poster issued by the British Empire Union, pub. London, c. 1918 (colour litho)
992102 Propaganda poster issued by the British Empire Union, pub. London, c.1918 (colour litho) by Wilson, David (1873-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Empire Union. " Once a German, always a German." Remember! Every German employed means a British worker idle. Every German article sold means a British article unsold.); The Stapleton Collection
Media ID 25461298
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Anti German Businessman Businessmen Cruelty Drunkenness Edith Cavell Propaganda Shipping U Boat Xenophobia Xenophobic U Boats War Scene War Zone
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This print showcases a propaganda poster issued by the British Empire Union in London around 1918. The vibrant color lithograph, created by David Wilson, depicts a powerful message aimed at instilling anti-German sentiment during World War I. The poster boldly states, "Once a German, always a German" reminding viewers of the potential threat posed by Germans even after the war. The image features various elements that symbolize the impact of German employment and trade on British workers and industries. A soldier stands tall beside two ships engaged in violent combat, representing the destructive nature of Germany's U-boats. Meanwhile, businessmen are shown crossing out German articles while standing over a grave adorned with symbols of cruelty. The poster evokes strong xenophobic sentiments as it emphasizes that every German employed or article sold means an idle British worker or unsold British product respectively. It serves as a call to action for citizens to support their own country's economy and industry. Overall, this print captures not only the artistic mastery of Wilson's lithograph but also provides insight into the prevailing attitudes towards Germany during this tumultuous period in history. It serves as a reminder of how propaganda was used to shape public opinion and rally support for Britain's cause during World War I.
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