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What type of helmet is the soldier depicted in Fritz Erler's poster wearing?
What type of helmet is the soldier depicted in Fritz Erler's poster wearing?
- Leather helmet commonly worn by soldiers in World War I
- Steel helmet introduced by the German army in 1916 (correct)
- Tin helmet adopted by the German army in 1918
- Kevlar helmet used by the German army in 1917
What does the gas mask on the soldier's chest symbolize in the poster?
What does the gas mask on the soldier's chest symbolize in the poster?
- A tool for camouflage
- Preparedness for air raids
- A breathing apparatus for high altitudes
- Protection against chemical warfare (correct)
What visual symbol is used to depict the soldier as a noble and timeless figure in the poster?
What visual symbol is used to depict the soldier as a noble and timeless figure in the poster?
- The soldier's posture and stance
- The soldier holding a flag
- The artist formed the soldier's pupils into small crosses (correct)
- The soldier's facial expression
Flashcards
German Steel Helmet (1916)
German Steel Helmet (1916)
A steel helmet introduced by the German army in 1916, offering enhanced head protection.
Gas Mask Symbolism
Gas Mask Symbolism
Represents the soldier's safeguard against deadly chemical attacks during warfare.
Crosses in Pupils
Crosses in Pupils
Small crosses in the pupils symbolize the soldier as a noble and timeless figure.
