Glory to Stalin's falcons conquerors of the air element! (Denis V., Dolgorukov N.) Soviet Posters (1917-1941)

The artwork presents a striking visual narrative centered on aerial achievement and ideological dominance. Here we observe three aircraft, identified by Cyrillic lettering as URSS No. 25, soaring across a stylized globe. The planes are depicted in dynamic flight, angled sharply towards the viewer, conveying speed and power. Their trajectory cuts diagonally across the sphere, intersecting with representations of North America (USA and Canada) and terminating near what is marked as Moscow.
The globe itself is rendered in a simplified manner, emphasizing geographical locations significant to the narrative. The lines representing longitude and latitude create a sense of order and control over the world. A prominent figure, presumably a leader, stands on the left side of the composition, gazing upwards towards the aircraft with an expression of approval and pride. He is positioned against a backdrop of architectural structures that appear to be St. Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow, anchoring the scene within a recognizable Soviet context.
The color palette is bold and symbolic. A dominant red hue permeates much of the background, evoking revolutionary fervor and strength. The planes are rendered in shades of silver and white, suggesting modernity and technological advancement. The globe utilizes blues and whites to represent land and water, but these colors are subdued compared to the intensity of the red.
The text at the bottom reinforces the message: a proclamation celebrating those who conquer the air element. This phrase, coupled with the visual representation of Soviet aircraft traversing the globe, suggests an ambition for aerial supremacy and ideological expansion. The composition functions as propaganda, designed to instill national pride and project an image of Soviet power on the world stage.
Subtly, the placement of the planes’ trajectory – cutting through North America – implies a potential reach or influence extending beyond Soviet borders. The overall effect is one of assertive confidence and technological prowess, characteristic of the eras political messaging.