Uncle Sam Wants You c. 1940s

Leonard Pytlak’s lithograph *Uncle Sam Wants You* (c. 1940s) depicts a scene of men signing up for the military, referencing the iconic World War II recruitment poster. The artist’s use of dark tones and bold lines emphasizes the somber mood and solemn atmosphere of the scene, while the word "ENTRANCE" inscribed on a nearby bench signifies the transition into the military. Pytlak’s artwork captures the period's spirit of patriotism and sacrifice, providing a poignant visual representation of the human cost of wartime service.