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The war against Japan (Japanese & Pacific Map)

Maker H M Stationery Office

Date1939 - 1945

Object number00009082

NamePoster

MediumInk on paper

DimensionsOverall: 330 x 460 mm

ClassificationsPosters and postcards

Credit LineANMM Collection Purchased with USA Bicentennial Gift funds

Terms

England

DescriptionThis poster depicts a map of Japan, USSR, China, Indonesia, New Guinea and Borneo. Listed on the right side are travel distances and a map of Europe. The poster attempted to educate the American and British public about the vast size of the war zone and the obstacles in fighting with Japan.HistoryAmerica officially entered the arena of World War II after the Japanese attack on the Hawaiian base Pearl Harbour. The 8am morning raid left American forces significantly weakened resulting in the loss of 2403 lives and the destruction of large amounts of military equipment and hardware. The attack was felt deeply by the American public and Japan was often depicted as the primary enemy in World War II posters. SignificanceThis illustrates how posters tried to inform and gather support for the war. It also demonstrates Australia's close proximity to the conflict in the Pacific region.