10. He Inspired A Song
9. Bugs Bunny Parodies Him In 1943
One of the most influential ways that support was raised during World War 2 was with the use of propaganda. Bugs Bunny combined both parodying Superman, as well as supporting the troops in the 1943 short film “Super-Rabbit”. The film shows Bugs Bunny eating super-carrots before facing trouble and stating “This looks like a job for a REAL Superman!” and ducking into a phone booth. Instead of busting out in Superman attire, Bugs emerged in a military outfit supporting the troops and stating that there is important work to be done (referring to the war). The positive reception of the film led to Bugs Bunny being a continued face of propaganda throughout the war effort.
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