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WW2 poster, request for salvage
WW2 poster by Fougasse, Please put out all your paper, metal, bones, rags and rubber for salvage, as they can help make tanks, munitions, tyres and planes. Date: circa 1940
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Media ID 14237112
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Onslow Auctions Limited
Bones Fougasse Illustrations Material Materials Munitions Rags Recycle Recycling Resources Rubber Salvage Supply Tanks Transformation Transformed Tyres
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exclusive range of WW2-inspired greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring an authentic and captivating image of a "Request for Salvage" poster by Fougasse, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, these cards transport you to the heart of the war effort. With a call to action that resonates with the spirit of unity and resourcefulness, these cards are perfect for friends and loved ones who appreciate history or have a passion for vintage design. Add a touch of nostalgia to your correspondence and make every message a memorable one.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.7cm x 12.5cm (6.2" x 4.9")
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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During the tumultuous years of the Second World War, every resource was crucial for the Allied forces in their relentless pursuit of victory. In this evocative WW2 poster by the renowned British illustrator Fougasse, a heartfelt appeal is made to the British public to contribute to the war effort by salvaging and donating various materials for recycling. Circa 1940, the image depicts an array of common household items, including paper, metal, bones, rags, and rubber, being transformed into essential military supplies such as tanks, munitions, tyres, and planes. The poster's powerful message underscores the spirit of unity and resourcefulness that defined the home front during the war. As the caption implores, "Please put out all your paper, metal, bones, rags and rubber for salvage," the people of Britain were encouraged to participate in the war effort in a tangible way, no matter how small their contribution might seem. The illustration, a poignant reminder of the transformative power of recycling, showcases the ingenuity and determination of the British people during the 1940s. As the war raged on, the importance of conserving and repurposing materials became a rallying cry for the nation, inspiring a sense of pride and purpose in the face of adversity. This WW2 poster by Fougasse is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the British people during the Second World War and serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of resourcefulness and unity in times of crisis.
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