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World war 2, propaganda leaflets being loaded onto a polikarpov po-2 (u-2) airplane, the leaflets will be dropped behind enemy lines for the germans to read, july 1942
Filename: 975_05_SOV-B-6183.jpg
Size: 5100 x 3185 (7.2MB)
Date: 21st March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
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World war 2, propaganda leaflets being loaded onto a polikarpov po-2 (u-2) airplane, the leaflets will be dropped behind enemy lines for the germans to read, july 1942
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© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph captured in July 1942, we witness a crucial moment during World War II as propaganda leaflets are being loaded onto a Polikarpov Po-2 (U-2) airplane. The significance of this scene lies in the intention behind these leaflets - they are destined to be dropped behind enemy lines for the Germans to read. Amidst the chaos and destruction of war, propaganda played an instrumental role in shaping public opinion and disseminating information. This particular mission aimed at influencing German soldiers and civilians by delivering messages that challenged their loyalty to the Nazi regime. The aircraft itself, a Polikarpov Po-2 (U-2), stands proudly on the airfield ready for its daring task. A symbol of Soviet aviation prowess, this biplane was renowned for its versatility and reliability throughout World War II. Its ability to fly low and slow made it ideal for dropping leaflets over targeted areas with precision. As we delve into history through this image, we gain insight into not only military strategy but also psychological warfare employed during wartime. The Soviet Union recognized the power of words as weapons, utilizing propaganda as a means to weaken morale among their adversaries. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how every aspect of society became intertwined with war efforts during those tumultuous times. It encapsulates both the ingenuity displayed by nations involved in global conflict and highlights an often overlooked facet of warfare – one fought not just on battlefields but within minds too.
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