Unser Kaiser an sein Volk / E. Kaempster.
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Poster shows St. George slaying a dragon. Text, under heading "Our Emperor to his people" is a proclamation issued by Kaiser Wilhelm II on July 31, 1914, concerning the advent of war, the coming struggle, and the need to pray for God's help for the soldiers. Poster was issued for the benefit of the Red Cross.
St. George Conquering the Dragon is a popular subject in Christian art, representing the victory of good over evil. St. George is a Christian martyr who is venerated as a saint in the Catholic, Orthodox, and Anglican Churches. In this scene, St. George is depicted as a brave and fearless warrior who is defeating a dragon, which represents evil.
German Wold War I Propaganda Posters, 1914-1919
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