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WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Boots, Boots, Boots
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WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Boots, Boots, Boots
The Caption is Boots! Boots! Boots! This is a take on Rudyard Kiplings poem Infantry Columns where the boots actually go up and down. A printed message on the back says Express your thanks by building tanks. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: circa 1944
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1944 Amusing Boots Caption Cleaning Columns Dinah Express Infantry Innocence Innocent Kids Kiplings Light Hearted Message Poem Raphael Repairing Rudyard Sweet Tanks This Tuck
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Boots! Boots! Boots!
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: A Charming WW2-Era Comic Postcard with a Playful Twist on Rudyard Kipling's "Infantry Columns" Step back in time to the heart of the 1940s with this delightful comic postcard titled "Boots! Boots! Boots!" This charming piece, featuring the iconic image of boots coming to life, is a playful take on Rudyard Kipling's famous poem "Infantry Columns." The postcard, published by Raphael Tuck & Sons and illustrated by Dinah Little, showcases a lively scene of boots in various stages of repair and cleaning, with a group of cute children in the background, adding a sweet and innocent touch to the military theme. The boots seem to be going up and down in rhythm, reminiscent of the lines in Kipling's poem. On the back of the postcard, a humorous message reads, "Express your thanks by building tanks." This light-hearted appeal to support the war effort adds an amusing layer to the postcard's design. The "Boots! Boots! Boots!" postcard is a wonderful example of wartime humor, showcasing the resilience and determination of the British spirit during the WW2 era. This piece, with its clever blend of fun and nostalgia, is sure to bring a smile to the faces of history enthusiasts and collectors alike. Circa 1944, this charming postcard is a must-have for anyone interested in WW2 history, comic art, or simply looking for a delightful piece of nostalgia.
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