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Your Countrys Call. Isn t this worth fighting for Enlist
Your Countrys Call. Isn t this worth fighting for Enlist Now, 1915. Chromolithograph recruiting poster; Published as Number 87 by the Parliamentary Recruiting Committee, printed by Jowett and Sowry, April 1915A soldier of the London Scottish Regiment, wearing Hodden Grey tartan, points to an idyllic rural landscape behind him. One of 49 posters, World War One (1914-1918). Date: 1915
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Your Country's Call. Isn't this worth fighting for? Enlist Now
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- a powerful recruiting message that resonated deeply with the British public during the turbulent times of World War One. This evocative chromolithograph print, published as Number 87 by the Parliamentary Recruiting Committee in April 1915, captures the essence of the patriotic spirit that drove thousands of men to enlist in the armed forces. The image features a gallant soldier of the London Scottish Regiment, clad in the distinctive Hodden Grey tartan uniform, turning to face an idyllic rural landscape. The serene beauty of the countryside, with its rolling hills, verdant fields, and quaint cottages, starkly contrasts the harsh realities of war. The soldier's determined gaze and outstretched arm, pointing towards the bucolic scene, serve as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices that were being made to protect and preserve the peace and prosperity of the nation. The Parliamentary Recruiting Committee, established in 1914, played a crucial role in mobilizing public support for the war effort by producing and disseminating powerful propaganda materials like this one. The use of vibrant colors, striking imagery, and persuasive messaging in the poster effectively tapped into the emotions and aspirations of the British people, inspiring them to answer the call to arms and enlist in the military. This poignant and evocative print serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who answered the call to duty during World War One, and the enduring power of art and propaganda to inspire and mobilize the masses.
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