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One sheet French World War I propaganda poster for the "Journée de l'Armée d'Afrique et des Troupes Coloniales" (Day of the African Army and Colonial Troops). The poster was created by the artist Lucien Jonas in 1917 and printed by Devambez in Paris.
Purpose and Context
Fundraising and Awareness: The poster was produced for a nationwide fundraising event to raise money for charities supporting the African and colonial troops fighting for France during World War I.
Propaganda: It served as propaganda to celebrate the participation and sacrifices of soldiers from the French colonies and overseas territories on the European front.
Depiction of Unity: The image depicts French soldiers fighting alongside black soldiers from the colonies, presenting an idealized image of unity and shared struggle. However, historical context reveals the French often relied on conscription and the portrayal of colonial forces sometimes played on stereotypes.
Poster Details
Feature
Detail
Artist Lucien Jonas (1880–1947)
Date 1917
Medium Color lithograph
Printer Devambez (firm), Paris
Text "JOURNÉE DE L'ARMÉE D'AFRIQUE ET DES TROUPES COLONIALES" (Day of the African Army and Colonial Troops)
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