Soviet Propaganda: A Walk Down Memory Lane

Their colorful shapes and bold lettering make for great interior decoration, especially when nostalgia hits. But their lessons in good housekeeping and morality are what make Soviet posters treasured artwork. Scrutinizing your every move, the model Soviet citizens depicted on Communist-era propaganda posters keep you in check. When you ask yourself if you should have that extra drink, just look above your head.


"No!" the Soviet worker says.


And so you put down the bottle.


When you struggle to find a new book to read, refer to the recommended reading list poster. You will not be disappointed and that state will not be disappointed in you.


And if ever you dare to question your country's greatness and military strength, look no further than a war-era Soviet poster.


"Do not chatter!" "Be on alert; these days even the walls are eavesdropping. Chatter and gossip may lead to treason," says this famous poster.

"Soldier of the Red Army, save us!"

"Our forces are countless"

"If you want to be like this, work out!"

A poster advertises, "books in all fields of knowledge"

"The Motherland calls," says a propaganda poster from 1941.

"Strength, victory"

"No!" This poster urges sobriety.

"Everyone battle against illiteracy!" "Down with illiteracy!" This poster also features the list of literature recommended amid the war on illiteracy.

"To possess more, you have to produce more. To produce more, you have to know more."

"Have you taken care of your breasts yet? Harden your nipples with cold water every day," a propaganda poster urges, espousing the health trends of yore.