WWII Propaganda Posters

CHC2D: Propaganda Poster Assignment The goal of Canada’s propaganda campaign during the two World Wars was to instil pride and confidence in Canada and its institutions; to show the consequences of defeat; to create a sense of personal responsibility and an acceptance of the need for sacrifice; and above all, to build up assurances of victory. You are challenged to do the same. The Task: Create a poster that achieves one or more of the above goals. The poster must: 1.) Be hand drawn by you. 2.) Be coloured in full. 3.) Have a slogan or catch phrase. 4.) Relate to a topic of the war that involved Canada. 5.) Send a clear and powerful message. 6.) Be able to sway the opinion, or motivate an audience.

Suggested Topics: Enlistment of Soldiers Rationing of Goods Buying of Victory Bonds Threat of Defeat Support of our Soldiers Women and the War Maintaining Silence Protection of Freedoms Promotion of our Army

Knowledge & Understanding -topic/theme chosen is relevant to the propaganda campaign and images are authentic and accurate. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Thinking & Inquiry -critical and creative thought is evident in slogan and picture. Communication -poster is clear in its purpose and effectively communicates the message through both written and visual means. Application -all aspects of assignment are effectively completed and poster clearly motivates the audience. Total /40