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Fine Art Print : WWI Poster, The Key to the Situation
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WWI Poster, The Key to the Situation
WWI Parliamentary Recruiting Committee Poster, The Key to the Situation, Munitions, Men and Money, are YOU helping to turn it? Date: 1915
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Media ID 14171526
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Onslow Auctions Limited
Ammunition Committee Effort Enlist Guilt Helping Join Money Munitions Parliamentary Persuasion Pressure Psychological Recruiting Recruitment Shame Situation Turn
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the powerful impact of history with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, "The Key to the Situation" by the Parliamentary Recruiting Committee from 1915, originally published by Mary Evans Prints Online, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during World War I. With its evocative imagery of munitions, men, and money, this WWI poster calls upon viewers to join the cause. Bring this iconic piece into your home or office and let its timeless message inspire you.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
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This powerful WWI poster, titled "The Key to the Situation," was created by the Parliamentary Recruiting Committee in 1915 to galvanize public support for the war effort. The image of a large key, with the words "Munitions, Men and Money" inscribed on it, emphasizes the crucial role each individual could play in turning the tide of the war. The key is positioned before an ominous background of barbed wire, military equipment, and a clock ticking away, suggesting the urgency of the situation. The psychological pressure and guilt expressed in the poster are evident in the caption, "Are YOU helping to turn it?" The use of the second person pronoun directly addresses the viewer, creating a sense of personal responsibility and urgency. The image of a key also carries symbolic meaning, suggesting that each person holds the power to unlock victory and end the war. The poster reflects the intense recruitment efforts during WWI, as the need for manpower, munitions, and financial resources was immense. The psychological tactics used in the poster, such as guilt, shame, and persuasion, were common during this period as governments and organizations sought to mobilize their populations for the war effort. The "Key to the Situation" poster is an important historical artifact that provides insight into the psychological and emotional dynamics of wartime recruitment. Its powerful imagery and direct address to the viewer continue to resonate today, reminding us of the sacrifices and collective effort required during times of conflict.
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