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When the boys come home While I was over there what were you
When the boys come home While I was over there what were you doing here? Students of America, how will you answer him? United War Work Campaign - Nov. 11-18. Poster showing a soldier and a student. Date 1918
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When the Boys Come Home: A Question for America's Students - November 11-18, 1918 This powerful poster from the United War Work Campaign of 1918 poses a thought-provoking question to America's students: "When the boys come home, what were you doing here?" The image features a soldier in uniform, returning home from the battlefield, looking directly at a student, who is shown in the background, engrossed in her studies. The poster serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices being made by soldiers on the front lines and the importance of supporting the war effort at home. The United War Work Campaign was a fundraising initiative launched by the Young Men's and Young Women's Christian Associations (YMCA and YWCA) during World War I. The campaign aimed to raise funds to provide essential services and support for soldiers and their families, as well as to promote patriotism and morale among the American people. The use of posters like this one was a key part of the campaign's outreach efforts. As the poster suggests, the students of America were encouraged to consider the impact of their actions during the war and to do their part in supporting the troops. Whether through volunteering, fundraising, or simply staying focused on their studies, the message was clear: every effort counted in the fight for victory and in the care of those who were serving their country. Today, this poster stands as a testament to the spirit of unity and sacrifice that defined the American response to World War I. It serves as a reminder of the importance of supporting our troops and of the role that each of us can play in making a difference, both during times of war and in peace.
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