Introduction
During World War II, posters were used to promote the war effort. Small posters were everywhere, it seemed, reminding people of the difficulties that U.S. troops were facing overseas. Created by both the government and by corporations, they conveyed social, economic, and political concepts. To view posters from World War II and read about their use and importance, go to the National Museum of American History Web site.
Destination Title: National Museum of American History
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Directions
Start at the National Museum of American History Web site.
- Click on the "Virtual Exhibitions" topic
- Scroll down and click on the "Produce for Victory" topic.
- Browse through the site, taking notes as you go.
Read through the information, and then answer the following questions.