Be sharp-sighted on duty! 1953

Created by P. Golub in 1953, this Soviet poster “Be sharp-sighted on duty!” shows a railway worker holding a heavy wrench and watching attentively down the tracks. His serious face and firm posture symbolize responsibility and readiness to act at any moment. The bright morning light behind him highlights discipline and vigilance, key traits of Soviet workers entrusted with national security. The poster’s bold red slogan reminds that careful attention and alertness at one’s post are vital to the country’s safety and progress.