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Halfsheet Soviet propaganda poster, published sometime between
1931 and 1940, uses a quote from a speech by Kliment Voroshilov to deliver a warning to potential aggressors against the Soviet Union.
Poster Details
Artwork: The poster depicts a large formation of aerial bombs flying in the shape of a larger bomber aircraft towards a caricatured figure of an aggressor, who is cowering under an umbrella next to a figure representing the Soviet Union holding the "straitjacket". The bombs have red stars on them, symbolizing Soviet military power.
Text:
"? There is no doubt that in our country we will have the necessary number of straitjackets for such madmen".
"? ...a mass of striking metal, capable of moving over vast distances, might be a good Soviet straitjacket for aggressors gripped by delusional ideas, should they in a fit of madness climb onto the land of the Soviets".
Source of Quote: The text cites a speech made by Kliment Voroshilov (a prominent Soviet military officer and politician) at the 18th Congress of the All-Union Communist Party (Bolsheviks).
Meaning
The poster serves as a stark message of deterrence. It uses the metaphor of a "straitjacket" to imply that the Soviet Union's military might (the "mass of striking metal") is sufficient to restrain any "madmen" (aggressors) who would foolishly attempt an invasion. This type of poster was common during this era, aiming to promote national strength and preparedness for a potential war against surrounding capitalist nations.
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