Proud of my son! 1941

Artist: V. Govorkov, 1941. This Soviet poster titled “Горжусь сыном!” (“Proud of My Son!”) shows an older man proudly holding the shoulders of his son, a decorated military serviceman in a dark uniform with medals, insignia, and pilot wings, symbolizing courage, honor, and patriotic duty. The son stands confidently and looks ahead, while the father gazes at him with admiration, expressing the generational bond and pride in defending the Motherland. The newspaper “Известия” in the father’s pocket emphasizes civic awareness and connection to national life, and the bright red slogan at the top reinforces the theme of family pride and collective support for the armed forces. The composition highlights respect, dignity, and loyalty to the country, presenting the soldier as both a heroic figure and a beloved son in a strong Soviet family.