We repay 1941

"We repay" is a satirical propaganda poster created in 1941 by the Soviet artist collective Kukryniksy. The artwork depicts a Nazi soldier being killed by a Russian peasant, with a graphic and humorous style. The poster’s message of retribution and resistance against the Nazi occupation was likely intended to boost morale among the Soviet people during World War II. The use of exaggerated features and bold colors made the image easily digestible and impactful for the public. This poster demonstrates the strong and widespread use of visual art as a tool for propaganda in the Soviet Union during the war years.