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"Four years in the fight", 1918 (colour litho)
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"Four years in the fight", 1918 (colour litho)
698976 " Four years in the fight", 1918 (colour litho) by Jonas, Lucien Hector (1880-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: American propaganda poster showing women making grenade casings in a factory. They are wearing protective shoes but no gloves or eye protection.
Original title: Four years in the fight. The women of France, we owe them houses of cheer. United War Work Campaign. Y.W.C.A.
); © Galerie Bilderwelt; French, out of copyright
Media ID 25173672
© Galerie Bilderwelt / Bridgeman Images
Clogs Equality Graphic Grenade Grenades Labourers Production Propaganda Vintage Poster Vulnerable War Effort Wartime 1914 1918 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One First World War 1914 1918
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This print titled "Four years in the fight" by Lucien Hector Jonas showcases a powerful American propaganda poster from 1918. The image depicts women diligently working in a factory, manufacturing grenade casings during World War I. Despite their crucial role in supporting the war effort, these female laborers are seen wearing protective shoes but lacking gloves or eye protection. The original title of this vintage poster emphasizes the debt owed to "The women of France" and highlights the importance of providing them with "houses of cheer". This artwork was created as part of the United War Work Campaign and supported by Y. W. C. A. , aiming to rally support for the war through visual communication. The graphic design elements employed in this advertisement effectively convey both patriotism and industrial strength. The presence of grenades symbolizes weaponry, while clogs worn by workers represent manual labor. This composition serves as a reminder that even vulnerable populations can contribute significantly to wartime efforts. Dating back over a century, this image offers us insight into an era marked by gender equality challenges and societal transformations brought about by global conflict. It is a testament to the resilience and determination displayed by women during World War I. Now preserved within private collections, this piece continues to serve as a historical artifact that encapsulates not only America's involvement in WWI but also pays tribute to all those who contributed tirelessly on behalf of their nations during one of history's most significant conflicts.
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