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"Syphilis and Gonorrhea Waste the Manpower Needed to Win The War"
The poster explains that VD threatens the war effort.
"Syphilis and Gonorrhea..."
"Wreck Lives, Waste Manpower, Destroy Homes, Cause Death"
This poster warns about the serious effects of VD.
This poster warns about the serious effects of VD.
"Syphilis and Gonorrhea...the Axis Partners"
This comic poster shows a serviceman leaving a brothel and then being stalked by anthropomorphized syphilis and gonorrhea germs. The germs are presented as German and Japanese stereotypes. They try to prevent the young man from going to the…
"Syphilis Can Be Cured"
This poster informs viewers that syphilis can be cured if people are tested and treated adequately.
"Syphilis is Bad Business"
This infographic informs employers about the components of an industrial syphilis control program.
"1. Health every employee get a blood test, especially accident and chronic sickness cases. 2. Keep examination results condiential between doctor,…
"1. Health every employee get a blood test, especially accident and chronic sickness cases. 2. Keep examination results condiential between doctor,…
"Syphilis--A Million New Victims Each Year"
This poster conveys that a million people are infected with syphilis each year.
"Syphilis: A Message to the Negroes of Mississippi"
This is the cover for a pamphlet created for African American audiences. It features a photograph of a black woman getting blood drawn.
"The Amateur is just as dangerous as the Prostitute"
"The army can protect you against many diseases...it can't keep you from getting a venereal disease Unless you--Pro"
This poster warns servicemen that they can get VD from any sexual partner, not just prostitutes. It also advises them to use…
This poster warns servicemen that they can get VD from any sexual partner, not just prostitutes. It also advises them to use…
"The ELEPHANT is Thick-Skinned But He Never FORGETS!"
The poster reminds viewers not to forget to visit prophylaxis stations.
"The future is yours...protect it!"
"A blood test and a physical examination--every year, for you and yours."
"The Healthy Shall Inherit the Earth"
"Syphilis and Gonorrhea sap America's strength : We can control these diseases!"
This poster warns that venereal disease threatens the US's strength.
This poster warns that venereal disease threatens the US's strength.
"The Man Who Wasn't There"
"He Let His Buddies Down By Getting a Venereal Disease : Prophylaxis Prevents Venereal Disease"
This poster advises servicemen that they are letting down their fellow men if they contract VD and that prophylaxis will prevent it.
This poster advises servicemen that they are letting down their fellow men if they contract VD and that prophylaxis will prevent it.
"The New Pro Kit, Simple, Easy, Effective"
"Always Use Soap and Water First"
This poster promotes a new prophylaxis kit. It features the character Cpl. Emax.
This poster promotes a new prophylaxis kit. It features the character Cpl. Emax.
"The Price? YOU..Will Pay It!"
This poster shows a serviceman at a bar being approached by a woman. It implies that the woman is a prostitute who will spread disease.
"The Stupid Cupid"
This comic poster shows a serviceman who picks up a woman at a dance hall and fails to use prophylaxis. He ends up in the VD ward.
"The Venereal Wards are Full of Wise Guys in Bed"
This poster shows 4 men in hospital beds. Each of them explains his error that led to contracting VD: "I could pick the safe ones," "I tried to treat myself," "I refused prophylaxis," "I knew it all. I ignored the advice of my CO my chaplain and the…
"Their Health Depends on You"
"Destroy Syphilis : Cooperate with Your Local Health Agency"
"Them Days is Gone Forever"
This comic poster shows two servicemen considering a visit to a brothel. One advises the other against it, explaining how he earlier contracted VD.
"I hear they have some gals up there--Let's give the joint a play-- : No, thanks--that's how I got…
"I hear they have some gals up there--Let's give the joint a play-- : No, thanks--that's how I got…
"Them Days Is Gone Forever" (Marines)
In this comic strip two marines discuss how another contracted VD from a pick-up.
"Them Days Is Gone Forever" (Navy)
In this comic strip, two sailors walk the streets at night. One suggests they check out a brothel. The other declines, explaining that he previously contracted VD that way.
"Them Days Is Gone Forever" (Navy)
This comic poster shows two servicemen discussing the fate of their friend who contracted VD from a pick-up.
"I haven't seen Bill jive around--where is he, anyway? Oh, Bill? He got acquainted with some gal the other day--Well Bill is Kinda…
"I haven't seen Bill jive around--where is he, anyway? Oh, Bill? He got acquainted with some gal the other day--Well Bill is Kinda…
"There's No Place..."
This comic features two sailors. One picks up women all around the world and ends up sick. The other ignores other women and returns home to his sweetheart.
"There's Our Second Front"
This poster shows Mussolini, Hitler, and Tojo pleased with all the soldiers queueing for the VD clinic.
"These Blotch Our Record, Help Keep This Page White!"
This poster would have been used to keep track of monthly VD cases. It features an image of a record book.
"They Don't Mix"
This comic poster emphasizes that servicemen, especially when intoxicated, should use prophylaxis.
"They're Both Destroyers"
"Avoid 'Venereal Disease' : Gonorrhea and Syphilis Aid the Axis"
"This Ain't No Laughing Matter!"
This poster advises servicemen to use prophylaxis.
"Don't Ever Forget When She Has Allure, An Ounce of Prevention, Is Worth A Pound of Cure! So Bear It in Mind--When On One of Your Sprees, It Can Happen to You--Venereal Disease!"
"Don't Ever Forget When She Has Allure, An Ounce of Prevention, Is Worth A Pound of Cure! So Bear It in Mind--When On One of Your Sprees, It Can Happen to You--Venereal Disease!"
"This Pharmacy is Cooperating"
This poster would have been put in pharmacy windows to signal their participation in the campaign to promote adequate education and treatment about syphilis.
"Thoroughbred Protection...Prophylaxis"
This poster promotes prophylaxis.
"Time is Short!"
"Two Days is Too Late! Take a 'Pro' in Two Hours!"
This poster informs servicemen that they have a limited amount of time to use prophylaxis after having sex.
This poster informs servicemen that they have a limited amount of time to use prophylaxis after having sex.
"Two Girls I Know What to Meet You in the Worst Way"
This poster conveys that prostitution spreads venereal disease to servicemen. A soldier is labeled "The Young, The Brave, The Strong." The woman speaking is labeled prostitution. Behind her stand two female figures with skeletal faces identified as…
"Two Men Who Had Syphilis"
"He took treatments regularly. He didn't."
This poster contrasts the fate of two men with syphilis. It shows a happy man who got treatment and a man on crutches who did not.
This poster contrasts the fate of two men with syphilis. It shows a happy man who got treatment and a man on crutches who did not.
"Two New Gremlins!"
This poster shows syphilis and gonorrhea gremlins chaining up a serviceman.
"Unite the Whole Community Against VD"
This is a promotional poster for National Social Hygiene Day that urges community participation to help support the war effort.
"Unite the Whole Community Against VD" (Fort Greene)
This poster urges community participation in VD control to strengthen the war effort. This version has been personalized for use by a industrial health program in Fort Greene, an area in Brooklyn, NY.
"VD Delays Victory : Let's Know The Facts :…
"VD Delays Victory : Let's Know The Facts :…
"Until 1917 Venereal Diseases Always Increased Alarmingly during Mobilization"
This poster uses a graph to show how VD rates increased during past wars.
"By 1910 American military and civil organizations had begun to take steps to reduce these diseases. DUring the World War the Army, Navy, Public Health Service, medical…
"By 1910 American military and civil organizations had begun to take steps to reduce these diseases. DUring the World War the Army, Navy, Public Health Service, medical…
"V.D. Worst of the Three"
This poster shows a skeletal woman representing VD walking arm in arm with Hitler and Hirohito.
"Venereal Disease Covers the Earth"
"Learn to protect yourself NOW"
This poster warns that VD is prevalent and viewers should learn how to protect themselves. It features the image of a woman in a red dress.
This poster warns that VD is prevalent and viewers should learn how to protect themselves. It features the image of a woman in a red dress.
"Venereal Disease Rates"
"It's Too High, Soldier! Better Get it Low! After Each Exposure Always Take a Pro!"
This poster advises servicemen to use prophylaxis to help keep VD rates low.
This poster advises servicemen to use prophylaxis to help keep VD rates low.
"Wait Soldier!"
"Don't let V.D. do this to you! PROPHYLAXIS will see you through."This poster features an image of a blind man walking with a cane. It warns audiences to use prophylaxis to prevent these effects.
"Wake Up!"
"Defend Yourself Against Venereal Disease, Take a Prophylaxis"
"War Front of Home Front, America Needs You Healthy!"
The billboard in this photograph emphasizes that men should stay healthy to help contribute to the war effort.
"V.D. (Venereal Diseases) Can Be Cured : Go to Your Doctor or Clinic Today"
"V.D. (Venereal Diseases) Can Be Cured : Go to Your Doctor or Clinic Today"
"WARNING: Don't Be An...Optomistic Oliver"
"Avoid VD"
This poster warns servicemen not to make assumptions about pick-ups and assume they don't have VD.
This poster warns servicemen not to make assumptions about pick-ups and assume they don't have VD.
"Warning: These Enemies Are Still Lurking Around"
This cartoon warns that women with venereal disease are threats to military men. Two women are shown waiting on a corner, smoking. They are labeled "gonorrhea" and "syphilis." A sign shows that military bases are nearby.
"Warning! Venereal Diseases"
"Learn How to Protect Your Family and Community From Them"
This poster shows syphilis and gonorrhea bombs falling on a community and encourages audiences to participate in the fight against them.
This poster shows syphilis and gonorrhea bombs falling on a community and encourages audiences to participate in the fight against them.
"We Are Helping to Stamp Out Syphilis"
This poster shows a physician and nurses leading a group of people, indicating they are all participating in syphilis control efforts.
"Welcome Home, For the Welcome Home on that Furlough, You'll Want a Clean Past...!"
This poster wards servicemen to "avoid VD" so they can go home "clean" to their families.
"What Will You Tell Them?"
"Beware of VD"
This poster features a soldier returning home on crutches. It advises servicemen to avoid VD so they won't feel ashamed when they return home.
This poster features a soldier returning home on crutches. It advises servicemen to avoid VD so they won't feel ashamed when they return home.
"What You Don't Know Can Hurt You"
"Get a blood test for Syphilis"
This poster advises audiences to be tested.
This poster advises audiences to be tested.
"When Speed Counts, The New Pro Kit"
This poster advertises a new prophylaxis kit.