PORTSMOUTH, N.H.–Service Credit Union is pleased is presenting an exhibit of original World War II Propaganda Posters through Nov. 9 at its corporate offices. On loan from the Wright Museum of World War II in Wolfeboro, N.H., the exhibit features more than two-dozen posters that promoted patriotism and nationalism to the general public.
“Our objective is that viewers to the exhibit will become aware of this unique art form and about this important period in American history.” said Michael Culver, Executive Director of the Wright Museum. “It gives people a glimpse of what life was like during World War II.”
The propaganda posters played an important role of communication that helped keep citizens updated and urged them to support the war effort by enlisting in the armed forces, planting victory gardens and buying war bonds, the credit union noted. The posters from the United States displayed positive messaging, which was vastly different from other countries that promoted hatred of the enemy.
“We are excited for this opportunity to display a piece of history in our atrium at our Corporate Offices,” said Wendy Beswick, vice president of Marketing at Service Credit Union. “By partnering with the Wright Museum, SCU can be a closer venue to those in the Seacoast. The exhibit offers insight into World War II through its messaging, use of symbolism and sometimes humor.”