OWI (Office of War Information)

The Office of War Information (OWI) was a U.S. government agency established during World War II to manage and coordinate government communications and propaganda. Its goal was to shape public opinion, boost morale, promote support for the war effort, and provide accurate information about the war. The OWI produced films, posters, radio broadcasts, and newsreels to inform and influence both the American people and international audiences. It played a key role in unifying messaging and ensuring citizens understood their role in the war effort. The agency was active from 1942 to 1945, helping to shape wartime communication strategies.