Lesson 4.04 Gate of Nations

Symbolism

After reading the chapter called "The Key," read below the symbolism used as propaganda with young soldiers referred to as "keys."

• They were promised that they would be rewarded with lovely women in paradise.

• They got to wear the gold key, proving they would go to heaven and displaying that they were special, chosen.

• Songs were used to encourage loyalty to the cause.

• They were given the opportunity to have worth.

• They were told that it was their religious responsibility to fight.

• The military gave the poor public honor.