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John Peter (Jan 17, 1917 – May 1, 1998) was an American art director and editor known for his contributions to the field of visual communication. He is most renowned for his iconic poster featuring a blue rooster adorned with fluttering Allied flags, which became a symbol of hope and inspiration for war-weary Parisians following the Liberation of Paris in 1944. This poster design earned him recognition and a prestigious medal from the city of Paris. John Peter's career spanned multiple decades, leaving a significant impact on various domains.

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Early Life and Career
John Peter's career began in the mid-20th century when he assumed roles as an art director and editor for several popular magazines, including Life, Look, and McCall's. During this period, he played a pivotal role in shaping the visual aesthetics of American media.

Contributions to Modern Architecture
Peter's interests extended to modern architecture, leading him to undertake a unique project in the 1940s. He recorded oral histories of influential architects such as Le Corbusier, Walter Gropius, and Frank Lloyd Wright. In 1994, he published The Oral History of Modern Architecture, a comprehensive work documenting the thoughts and experiences of these architects. Accompanying the book was a CD-ROM containing early interviews and recordings, as well as an audio course titled The Modern Architectural Revolution. Ensure that the following sections are organized by year.

World War II Service
During World War II, John Peter served as the civilian art director of the Supreme Headquarters of American Expeditionary Forces, with assignments in London, Paris, and Bad Nauheim, Germany. His responsibilities included designing and producing leaflets that were disseminated over German-occupied Europe. These leaflets played a crucial role in conveying information and propaganda to both military personnel and civilians during the conflict.

Founding John Peter Associates, Inc.
In 1948, John Peter ventured into entrepreneurship, leaving Life to establish John Peter Associates, Inc. This organization offered a diverse range of services, including book initiation, writing, editing, magazine development and design, and publication redesign. Its unique selling point was an unwavering commitment to "the editorial approach."

Under Peter's leadership, the organization thrived, becoming a trusted partner for clients seeking comprehensive editorial solutions. One notable project involved the redesign of Barron's Weekly for Dow Jones, where Peter's editorial influence enhanced referencing and organization.

Contributions to Industrial Design and Exhibits
John Peter's interests in industrial design led him to study under Donald Dohner and Will Burtin at Pratt. His organization, John Peter Associates, Inc., undertook diverse projects, from children's book writing to television script preparation. Notably, Peter and his team produced award-winning books such as "Aluminum in Modern Architecture," published by Reynolds Metals. Peter also conducted extensive interviews with modern architecture masters, including Wright, Saarinen, Mies, and Gropius, contributing to the documentation of this field.

The organization further expanded its portfolio to exhibit design, creating projects such as "The County Agent" for the U.S. Information Agency, aimed at promoting the American county agent concept to Asian farmers. This innovative design underscored Peter's commitment to effective communication.

Death
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=== Legacy John Peter's extensive career and multifaceted contributions to art, design, journalism, and industrial design left an enduring legacy. His organization, John Peter Associates, Inc., exemplified the power of the editorial approach in shaping communication and design.

Published works

 * 1956. Aluminum in Modern Architecture. Volume I
 * 1994. The oral history of modern architecture: interviews with the greatest architects of the twentieth century

Awards and honors

 * Medal of the City of Paris, Grand Vermeil

References/Notes and references
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