Review the poster. In a response of one well-developed paragraph, explain the poster's purpose and primary motivation (political, social, or commercial), describing
its specific goals and how it attempts to achieve them.

A popular image on recruiting posters for the European War, this painting tries to bring to viewers’ minds recent successes enjoyed by the United States Marine Corps in Caribbean actions.  Its title and composition are reminiscent of the famous painting “Spirit of ‘76” by Archibald Willard, which was popular at the time.  Both paintings were intended to engender a spirit of patriotism and determination in viewers.  In this one, a color guard leads Marines into action across tropical beaches: proud, well-equipped, and prepared for action.

Explanation:

World War I Poster .Recruiting poster for the United States Marine Corps. Image of four soldiers marching. Two soldiers have guns in hand, two are hold flags (one American flag, one U.S. Marine Corps flag).