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WW2 Poster -- Flies Foul Food -- Keep Food Covered
Flies Foul Food - Diarrhoea and Dysentery Follow. Keep Food Covered! Colour lithograph poster after 2nd Lt Stacey Hopper. Anti-dysentery and diarrhoea disease medical information for British soldiers on active service in Italy. Date: 1944
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Media ID 14160379
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1944 Active Anti Covered Disease Flies Follow Foul Hopper Hygiene Information Protection Stacey Diarrhoea Dysentery
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This mesmerizing WW2 poster, titled "Flies Foul Food – Keep Food Covered," is a striking reminder of the past. Originally created by 2nd Lt Stacey Hopper as an anti-dysentery campaign poster, this color lithograph image is a powerful representation of the importance of food hygiene during wartime. With its vivid colors and evocative imagery, this print is not only a beautiful addition to any home or office, but also a fascinating historical artifact. Bring a piece of history into your space with this authentic, rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vivid and striking color lithograph poster from 1944, titled "Flies Foul Food," serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of food hygiene during wartime, specifically for British soldiers serving in Italy during World War II. The image, created by 2nd Lt. Stacey Hopper, depicts a swarm of flies hovering over an uncovered plate of food, with the ominous caption "Flies Foul Food - Diarrhoea and Dysentery Follow. Keep Food Covered!" During the 1940s, the prevention of diarrhea and dysentery was a major concern for military commanders, as these diseases could spread rapidly in unsanitary conditions and weaken troops, potentially leading to significant operational losses. This poster was part of a larger campaign to educate soldiers on the importance of food hygiene and the dangers of leaving food uncovered, which could attract flies and other insects that carried diseases. The poster's bold design and striking use of color would have made it difficult to ignore, and its message was undoubtedly effective in raising awareness and promoting good hygiene practices among soldiers. Today, this historic poster serves as a reminder of the importance of food hygiene, not just in wartime but in everyday life as well. Its vibrant colors and powerful message make it a fascinating piece of history, and a testament to the creativity and resourcefulness of those who worked to keep soldiers healthy and strong during the challenging times of World War II.
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