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So sehen die polnischen Auswanderer aus, und so werdet Ihr auch aussehen, wenn Schlesien zu Polen kommt. Oberschleisier! Bleibt beim neuen Deutschland!. Poster shows a huddled group of poor refugees. Text: This is what the Polish emmigrants look like, and you ll look like this too if Silesia becomes part of Poland. Upper Silesians! Stay with the new Germany!. Date 1919
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1. Title: "So This is How Polish Emigrants Look: A Warning to Upper Silesians" This powerful poster, created in 1919, was designed to persuade the Upper Silesian population to reject the idea of their region joining Poland and instead remain part of Germany. The image portrays a huddled group of poor refugees, their faces etched with worry and despair. The text accompanying the picture reads, "So this is what the Polish emigrants look like, and you too will look like this if Silesia becomes part of Poland. Upper Silesians! Stay with the new Germany!" The poster is a poignant reminder of the political turmoil and uncertainty that followed the end of World War I. Upper Silesia, a region rich in coal and industrial resources, was a hotly contested territory between Poland and Germany. The League of Nations was tasked with deciding its future, and tensions ran high on both sides. The poster's message was clear: by joining Poland, the Upper Silesians would be abandoning their prosperous lives in Germany and becoming part of a struggling, impoverished nation. The image of the huddled refugees was intended to evoke fear and sympathy, appealing to the emotions of the Upper Silesian population and encouraging them to reject the idea of joining Poland. The poster's impact is still felt today, serving as a reminder of the complex and often contentious history of the region. Its powerful imagery and persuasive text continue to resonate, offering a glimpse into the political tensions and emotions of the time. This poster is an important historical document, shedding light on a pivotal moment in European history and the lengths to which political forces were willing to go to win the hearts and minds of the people. It is a testament to the power of visual communication and the enduring impact of propaganda.
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