Different Perspectives: Primary Source Analysis

They shall not pass, Maurice Neumont, 1918

The bottom text reads, Twice I have stood fast and conquered on the Marne, my brother
civilian. A deceptive peace offensive will attack you in your turn; like me you must stand firm
and conquer. Be strong and shrewd --- beware of [German] hypocrisy.
1. When was this poster made?
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2. Which country is this poster from?
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3. What emotions does this poster try to arouse in the viewer?
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4. Based on this poster, what do you think the French perspective of the war was at this
time?
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Your Fatherland is in Danger, Germany, 1918.

The text reads, Your Fatherland is in danger, register [in the militia]! It then lists the benefits of doing
so.

1. When was this poster made?

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2. Considering the year it was made, why was this an issue for Germany at that time?
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3. Using this poster, what do you think the German perspective of the war was?
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4. Using prior knowledge or your text, describe how the war was actually going for
Germany at this time.
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British Propaganda, 1915.

1. When was this poster made and how do you think that affects the British perspective.
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2. What do you think the figure is meant to represent?
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3. What is in the background of the poster and why is it important?
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4. What is the perspective of the British, as evidenced in this propaganda?
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