British Propaganda : An Analytical Evaluation of British Goals, Strategies and Tactics

Abstract

This paper investigates and performs analysis into the goals, strategies and tactics of British World War Two propaganda. The paper focuses on two main campaigns as case studies. These two campaigns are the British Home Front and Allied Unity (American Division). The author uses key primary sources and educated analysis as the base for his conclusions. The author also uses knowledgeable secondary sources to support his findings and link his ideas to the greater propaganda history. The paper primarily focuses on the various time tested and innovative propaganda tactics used by the British during this time period. The paper also highlights the main idea that the British propaganda was successful because of its customization to the target audience. The author determined that the British propaganda left a considerable mark on history and is a great source for effective propaganda ideas.