Nazi Greeting That Preceded the Trump Handshake

June 22, 2026 by Jan Herman Leave a Comment

“The Meaning of the Hitler Salute” (John Heartfield, 1932)

"THE MEANING OF THE HITLER SALUTE: Little man asks for big gifts" by John Heartfield (1932_ — “Little man asks for large gifts.” (Or in Trump terms, “demands big bribes.”)
Motto: “Millions stand behind me.”

John Heartfield’s collage appeared on the cover of Arbeiter Illustrierte Zeitung (Worker’s Illustrated Press), AIZ 11, number 42, Oct, 16, 1932.
Thanks to Douglas K. Walla for the tip.

Here’s the update:

HEARTFIELD’S COLLAGE UPDATED: Little man demands big bribes. — jh

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