This was a good read, focusing on the use of propaganda in fascists dictatorships during and around the World Wars. Not only pro-war, but anti war as well.
Interestingly enough, we see the two philosophies. While Germany was trying to go back to classic greek art and to their roots, keeping a traditional style, Italy was more interested in futurism and industrialization (A car being more beautiful than those ol' paintings, they said). In both, though, the messages were clear: to trust in their government, to deitify their rulers, and to make sure people lived for their nation. Of course, we see a few examples of art opposing the war (not much, though).
Both facist governments used propaganda to reinforce their ideals of war and a "perfect race" and its superiority. They effectively used art to unite the country into believing their ideals and fight a horrible war which they thought was good.
Such is the power of images!
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