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Food will win the war - You came here seeking freedom, now you must help to preserve it - Wheat is needed for the allies - waste nothing, 1917 (lithograph)
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Food will win the war - You came here seeking freedom, now you must help to preserve it - Wheat is needed for the allies - waste nothing, 1917 (lithograph)
5854215 Food will win the war - You came here seeking freedom, now you must help to preserve it - Wheat is needed for the allies - waste nothing, 1917 (lithograph) by Chambers, Charles Edward (1883-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jewish immigrants arriving in New York harbor, with Statue of Liberty beneath a rainbow)
Media ID 25138552
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This lithograph, titled "Food will win the war - You came here seeking freedom, now you must help to preserve it - Wheat is needed for the allies - waste nothing" transports us back to the year 1917 during World War I. The image depicts a powerful scene of Jewish immigrants arriving in New York Harbor, with the iconic Statue of Liberty standing proudly beneath a vibrant rainbow. The message conveyed by this artwork is clear: every individual has a role to play in supporting their new homeland and contributing to the war effort. In times of crisis, unity and cooperation are paramount. The poster emphasizes the importance of conserving resources, particularly wheat which was crucial for supplying allied forces. The artist, Charles Edward Chambers, skillfully captures both hope and responsibility within this composition. The diverse group of immigrants symbolizes America's rich tapestry of cultures coming together under one flag. It serves as a reminder that these newcomers sought freedom and opportunity when they arrived on American shores; now it is their duty to help protect those very values. This lithograph not only served as an advertisement but also as propaganda aimed at encouraging citizens' support for rationing efforts and agricultural production during wartime. It represents an era where patriotism ran deep and everyone was called upon to make sacrifices for their country's greater good. Overall, this print stands as a testament to the resilience and determination displayed by individuals who left behind their homelands in search of liberty while reminding us all that we have a shared responsibility in preserving our freedoms during challenging times.
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