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World War I 1914-1918: Don't talk, the web is spun for you with invisible threads, keep out of it, help to destroy it--spies are listening.1918 USA propaganda poster showing the head of Kaiser Wilhelm II as spider. Anti-German
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World War I 1914-1918: Don't talk, the web is spun for you with invisible threads, keep out of it, help to destroy it--spies are listening.1918 USA propaganda poster showing the head of Kaiser Wilhelm II as spider. Anti-German
528619 World War I 1914-1918: Don't talk, the web is spun for you with invisible threads, keep out of it, help to destroy it--spies are listening.1918 USA propaganda poster showing the head of Kaiser Wilhelm II as spider. Anti-German; Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38094710
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This powerful propaganda poster from World War I serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of loose lips in times of conflict. The image, created in 1918 by an unknown artist, features the head of Kaiser Wilhelm II transformed into that of a sinister spider, with the ominous message: "Don't talk, the web is spun for you with invisible threads, keep out of it, help to destroy it--spies are listening."
The use of symbolism in this piece is striking - equating German spies to spiders weaving a dangerous web around unsuspecting individuals. The viewer is urged to remain silent and vigilant against enemy infiltration.
In a time when paranoia and fear ran high, propaganda such as this played a crucial role in shaping public opinion and rallying support for the war effort. It served as a constant reminder that every word spoken could potentially aid the enemy.
As we look back on this historical artifact today, we are reminded not only of the power of visual communication but also of the enduring impact that wartime propaganda can have on society. Let us learn from history and remember that even in times of uncertainty, caution and discretion must prevail.
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