<em>Know For Sure</em>
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This film begins with the story of a young Italian-American couple whose baby is stillborn due to syphilis. It also tells the story of a young man who contracts the illness from a brothel. The film explains the effects of syphilis, emphasizes the importance of treatment, and warns against quacks. (Click on the link below to download from OPA.)
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National Archives, Record Group 90: Records of the Public Health Service, 1794-1990, Series: Motion Picture Films, 1924-1973, <a href="http://research.archives.gov/description/13270">http://research.archives.gov/description/13270</a>.
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"My Boy Was Wounded"
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Two older men sit having a drink. One says, "My boy was wounded in the African landing." The other man, looking disappointed, replies, "Mine was wounded in this country by a street walker."
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National Archives, Record Group 112: Records of the Office of the Surgeon General (Army), Series: Posters Promoting Venereal Disease Prevention and the Prevention of Other Diseases, circa 1942-1944.
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"Do Not Believe Him"
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This poster warns young men not to have causal sex because it is likely they will contract VD.
"If some 'wise guy' tells you that sexual intercourse is not dangerous, the facts are: A girl who would yield to one man has probably had relations with another. Very likely she is diseased. Most prostitutes (private or public) have either syphilis or gonorrhea or both. Furthermore, there are no antiseptics, prophylactic treatments or other preventives which assure absolute safety."
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62418">http://purl.umn.edu/62418</a>.
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"How Syphilis Spreads"
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This chart shows the results of an epidemiological investigation of cases of syphilis.
"A physician in a middlewestern city asked the State Health Department to trace the source of infection in 3 cases of newly acquired infectious syphilis in his practice, all men (B). The infection was traced back to 1 woman, a prostitute (A). Then the inquiry turned to persons whom these men might have infected. It was discovered that 1 man had infected 1 girl, and another man 9 girls, of whom 6 were under 18 years of age (C). Of these, 4 girls in turn infected 4 other men (D). In all 24 persons were examined and 18 were found infected and placed under treatment."
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Box 177, Folder 6.
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"Steady Buddy--There's a Come-back!"
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This poster warns servicemen about prostitutes and encourages continence.
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Army Education Commission, Social Hygiene Division circa 1916-1919, Box 177, Folder 1, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62388">http://purl.umn.edu/62388</a>.
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"How to Check Prostitution"
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This infographic shows the different ways to prevent prostitution.
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JSH, Vol. 28, No. 1 (Jan. 1942): 46. Accessible at Albert R. Mann Library, Cornell University, HEARTH, 2013.
Originally appeared in Philip Broughton, <em>Prostitution and the War.</em>
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"Cases of Syphilis Traced to One Person in One Year"
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This pictorial statistic shows how syphilis spreads between different people. It uses the spirochete symbol to indicate individuals' status. It is modeled after an epidemiological image from the early 1930s. Here, the image is presented without many of the details about the case that originally appeared with it. The infographic is is a graphic print for an image that appeared in Parran's 1937 book, <em>Shadow on the Land</em>.
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Papers of Dr. Thomas Parran, Jr., MD, Box 41, Folder 537, University of Pittsburgh Archive Service Center, Pittsburgh, PA.
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"'You're Doing A Great Job For Us, Honey'"
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This poster shows the Axis leaders congratulating a prostitute for spreading VD. Below them, the venereal ward is full.
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National Archives, Record Group 112: Records of the Office of the Surgeon General (Army), Series: Posters Promoting Venereal Disease Prevention and the Prevention of Other Diseases, circa 1942-1944.
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"The Price? YOU..Will Pay It!"
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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.
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National Archives, Record Group 112: Records of the Office of the Surgeon General (Army), Series: Posters Promoting Venereal Disease Prevention and the Prevention of Other Diseases, circa 1942-1944.
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"Know Your Enemy, Syphilis"
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"Use a Prophylactic: Go to a Prophylactic Station"
This poster shows a woman calling a serviceman into her room from off the street. A poster in her room and a small Japanese figure tugging on the serviceman's leg associates the woman with the Axis.
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National Archives, Record Group 112: Records of the Office of the Surgeon General (Army), Series: Posters Promoting Venereal Disease Prevention and the Prevention of Other Diseases, circa 1942-1944.
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"Hello Darling"
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"I'll show you a good time --for a price £1. and Syphilis"
This poster features a woman smoking. The text connects her with syphilis.
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National Archives, Record Group 112: Records of the Office of the Surgeon General (Army), Series: Posters Promoting Venereal Disease Prevention and the Prevention of Other Diseases, circa 1942-1944.
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"Axis Agents"
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"A Toast to Hitler and Hirohito"
A prostitute in heavy makeup toasts a glass of champagne labeled "venereal diseases." The poster also equates pick-ups, street walkers, and prostitutes with the Axis.
National Archives, Record Group 112: Records of the Office of the Surgeon General (Army), Series: Posters Promoting Venereal Disease Prevention and the Prevention of Other Diseases, circa 1942-1944.
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"Fool the Axis--Use Prophylaxis"
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"Prophylaxis <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Prevents</span> Venereal Disease!"<br /><br />This poster features cartoons of the Axis leaders as syphilis, gonorrhea, and chanchroid. Two hold syringes and one holds a woman in lingere with a skull and crossbones.
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National Archives, Record Group 112: Records of the Office of the Surgeon General (Army), Series: Posters Promoting Venereal Disease Prevention and the Prevention of Other Diseases, circa 1942-1944.
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"The Amateur is just as dangerous as the Prostitute"
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"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 prophylaxis. The poster includes a space for a list of local prophylaxis stations.
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National Archives, Record Group 112: Records of the Office of the Surgeon General (Army), Series: Posters Promoting Venereal Disease Prevention and the Prevention of Other Diseases, circa 1942-1944.
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"Fight...Syphilis and Gonorrhea"
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"Avoid exposure : Avoid pickups and prostitutes : If exposed, use prophylaxis : If infected, see a medical officer"
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, US Navy, circa 1940-1945, Box Oversize flat 1 and map case drawer 11, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62435">http://purl.umn.edu/62435</a>.
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"How Syphilis Spreads Through Prostitution"
"Outbreak of syphilis infections in a rural county : Monroe County, Tennessee"
This is an epidemiological chart that shows how one syphilis epidemic spread. This image was created earlier in the 1930s. Here it appears with a new heading.
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, ASHA, The Attack on Commercialized Prostitution, 1941, Box 177, Folder 28.
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"Warning: These Enemies Are Still Lurking Around"
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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.
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, American Social Health Association Posters, World War II circa 1940-1943 Box Oversize flat 1 and map case drawer 11, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62449">http://purl.umn.edu/62449</a>.
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"Venereal Disease Covers the Earth"
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"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.
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, United States Government and Military VD Graphic posters, 1940s Box Oversize flat 1, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62562">http://purl.umn.edu/62562</a>.
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"Two Girls I Know What to Meet You in the Worst Way"
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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 syphilis and gonorrhea.
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, American Social Health Association Posters, World War II circa 1940-1943 Box Oversize flat 1 and map case drawer 11, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62430">http://purl.umn.edu/62430</a>.
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"She May Look Clean--But"
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"Pick-ups : 'Good Time' Girls : Prostitutes : Spread Syphilis and Gonorrhea : You can't beat the Axis if you get VD."
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, United States Government and Military VD Graphic posters, 1940s, Box Oversize flat 1, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62453">http://purl.umn.edu/62453</a>.
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"Saboteuse"
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This cartoon presents prostitutes as a threat to the health of servicemen and the war effort. The female figure is labeled "venereal carrier."
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, American Social Health Association Posters, World War II circa 1940-1943, Box Oversize flat 1 and map case drawer 11, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62572">http://purl.umn.edu/62572</a>.
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"Men Who Know Say No to Prostitutes, Spreaders of Syphilis and Gonorrhea"
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This poster urges servicemen to avoid prostitutes because they spread VD.
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Army Air Forces Training Command, circa 1940-1945 Box 177, Folder 26, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62586">http://purl.umn.edu/62586</a>.
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"Outbreak of Gonorrhea among Pupils of a Public Elementary School"
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This chart shows how gonorrhea was spread among children who attended the same school. It highlights "perversion contact," school contact, and family contact.
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Box 173, Folder 12, purl.umn.edu/112054.
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"Outbreak of Syphilis in a Rural County, Monroe County, Tennessee"
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This chart shows the spread of syphilis in a rural southern community.
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Box 173, Folder 12, purl.umn.edu/112054.
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"Investigation of a Localized Outbreak of Syphilis in New York City"
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This graphic shows how syphilis was spread among people in NYC. It shows "normal," homosexual, and "family and other" contacts.
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Box 173, Folder 12, <a href="purl.umn.edu/112054">purl.umn.edu/112054</a>.
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"Primary Syphilis in Baby from Contact with Infected Mother"
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This graphic shows how VD is transmitted, eventually resulting in congenital syphilis.
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Box 173, Folder 12, <a href="purl.umn.edu/112054">purl.umn.edu/112054</a>.
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"The A-B-C of Syphilis"
"What the average person should know about a very dangerous and prevalent disease"
This pamphlet includes short entires about syphilis in alphabetical order. It was included in National Social Hygiene Day Program Kits.
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Box 071, Folder 12.
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"Easy to Get...Syphilis and Gonorrhea"
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This poster features an image of a woman and warns that VD is easy to catch.
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Library of Congress, “Prints and Photographs Online Catalog,” Prints and Photographs Division, <a href="http://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/90712790/%20">http://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/90712790/</a>.
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"Prostitution Spreads Syphilis and Gonorrhea"
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This poster warns that prostitution spreads venereal disease.
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National Archives, Record Group 44: Records of the Office of Government Reports, 1932-1947, Series: World War II Posters, compiled 1942-1945, <a href="http://research.archives.gov/description/515252">http://research.archives.gov/description/515252</a>.
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