The Final Act (The TASS WIndow №1119) 1944

"The Final Act (The TASS Window №1119)" is a 1944 propaganda poster by the Soviet artistic trio Kukryniksy. This satirical piece depicts a defeated Adolf Hitler playing a gramophone with a broken needle. The gramophone is labeled with a swastika, while a parrot sits on top of it holding a banner featuring the Nazi eagle. The poster's Russian text translates to "The Final Act" and includes Hitler's words, "Why did I go to you, Russia, holding all of Europe in my hands?" This poster is a stark reminder of the devastating impact of World War II and reflects the Soviet Union's view of the conflict. It also highlights the popular use of satirical caricatures to bolster national morale during wartime. The poster is a powerful example of how art can be used as a tool of propaganda and political commentary, even during times of war.