Poster showing a family at home, surprized by German soldiers bearing bayonets. Title from item. P 661.
This subject examines the unique culture that developed in the United States after World War II. The dawn of the nuclear age and the ensuing Cold War fundamentally altered American politics and social life. It also led to a flowering of technological experimentation and rapid innovation in the sciences. Over the course of the term, students will explore how Americans responded to these changes, and how those responses continue to shape life in the US today.
Poster announcing employment opportunities for skilled industrial laborers in Michigan.
Poster encouraging participation in civil defense efforts, showing family prepared for work. Date stamped on recto: Jan 21 '43. Caption continues with list of civilian defense opportunities: Citizens Defense Corps, Citizens Service Corps, American Unity, Salvage Program, Victory Gardens. Hand-written in pencil on recto: Artist: Louis Hirshman and William Tasker.