Artist during most wars through history have provided art depicting battle scenes and propaganda, but the art of World War II may be one of the best examples of how war could impact the...

Immerse yourself in the iconic imagery of the era, from the gritty realism of combat scenes to the hope of victory in the eyes of those who fought. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or an art …

10 Paintings of Wartime London draws on the extensive art collection at IWM, one of the most significant collections of twentieth century British art in the world.

War inspires art of many forms including propaganda, photographs and paintings depicting the scenes of war. This gallery depicts the many scenes of war from the glorification of generals to …

Sep 3, 2019 · The Art of WWII. Alastair Sooke explores the often overlooked history of the wartime art boom, meetingBlitz survivors, factory workers and Land Girls who became the …

Jul 3, 2024 · Propaganda art during World War II served as a powerful tool to influence public opinion and rally support for the war efforts. Governments across the globe harnessed this …

Apr 4, 2024 · In response to the tumultuous events of World War II, art became a powerful medium for both state messages and personal expression. Divergent artistic movements …

Creativity was an important outlet for many Second World War prisoners of war who employed artistic skills as a means of resistance, and after as a way of sharing their experiences. Our …

The Things They Carried: World War II Trench Art is an exhibition that offers something tangible to the investigation of the human spirit during times of war. Expended artillery shell casing, …

After the war over half the resulting collection of 5,570 works were distributed to the Imperial War Museum and the rest to collections around Britain, providing valuable additions to their …