The Motherland Calls! 1941

This iconic Soviet poster, titled “The Motherland Calls!”, was created in 1941 by Irakli Toidze. It became one of the most famous and powerful images of the Great Patriotic War. The poster depicts a stern woman, representing the Motherland, dressed in red and calling citizens to defend their country against the Nazi invasion. In her hand, she holds a sheet with the Oath of the Red Army Soldier, symbolizing duty, unity, and sacrifice. Behind her, rows of raised rifles represent the mass mobilization of the Soviet people. The image inspired millions to join the fight and remains one of the most enduring symbols of Soviet wartime propaganda.