Tracing a Tragedy 334 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24 💾 History Conservation Wildlife Extinction William T. Hornaday highlighted the tragic extinction of American Bison and its causes in his report. The extinction of bison was driven by factors like man's greed, lack of protective measures, and advanced firearms. Hornaday's efforts led to his influential role in wildlife preservation and saving species from extinction.
The Art of Propaganda 373 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24 💾 History Propaganda WWII America Japan Public Perception The post discusses how propaganda was used to shape public perception in America and Japan during WWII. Various examples of propaganda materials from the WWII era are showcased, including maps and leaflets. The materials highlighted demonstrate the different strategies and messages used in propaganda to influence attitudes and actions.
See America by Luxurious Bus (1932) 412 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24 🎨 Art & Illustration Maps Travel History The 1932 map promoting Greyhound bus service had whimsical and exaggerated elements The map was a fantastic example of persuasive cartography with distorted geography The artist John Groth, known for his work in Esquire Magazine, created the map amidst the Great Depression
The Face of Nazi Propaganda 275 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24 💾 History World War II Propaganda Graphic design Nazi propaganda in WWII was used to demoralize and discredit the Allies Propaganda posters often depicted grotesque images of Churchill and Britain as an octopus The propaganda aimed to highlight defeats and setbacks of the British naval and military forces
Geography of Love 373 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24 🎭️ Culture Gender norms Relationships History Art Heart maps from two eras show gender norms. Men's heart is portrayed as a citadel, while women's heart has canals and rivers. The images highlight stereotypical gender roles from different time periods.