We will defeat drought too! 1949

This Soviet propaganda poster from 1949 shows Joseph Stalin in his military uniform, thoughtfully studying a large map while holding his pipe in one hand and a pencil in the other, and it was created by artist V. Govorkov. The slogan at the top reads “И засуху победим!”, which translates as “We will defeat drought too!”. The map on the table shows planned forest shelter belts and irrigation projects stretching across the country, including marked cities such as Moscow, Stalingrad, and the Caspian Sea region. The image presents Stalin as a strategic planner and protector of the land, personally directing large-scale environmental and agricultural programs. The soft colors and calm expression emphasize confidence in science, organization, and future abundance. The poster was intended to inspire faith in state-led development and in Stalin’s leadership during the postwar years.