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WW1 Poster -- Silver Bullets
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WW1 Poster -- Silver Bullets
You have in your pocket Silver Bullets that will stop the Germans. Lend them to your Country by investing in the War Loan today. Poster advertising War Loans, published by the Parliamentary War Savings Committee as Poster No. 8. One of thirteen printed posters produced in Britain between August 1914 - March 1916. Date: 1915
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This evocative WWI poster, titled "Silver Bullets," was published by the Parliamentary War Savings Committee as Poster No. 8 in 1915. The image features a hand reaching into a pocket, revealing a handful of silver bullets with the caption, "You have in your pocket Silver Bullets that will stop the Germans. Lend them to your Country by investing in the War Loan today." During the First World War, the British government sought to finance the war effort through various means, including the sale of War Bonds and War Loans. These financial instruments allowed individuals to contribute to the war effort by purchasing government debt, with the promise of future interest payments. The Parliamentary War Savings Committee, established in August 1914, was responsible for creating and distributing posters and other promotional materials to encourage people to invest in War Loans. This particular poster, along with thirteen others produced between August 1914 and March 1916, was designed to appeal to patriotic sentiment and the desire to support the war effort. The use of the metaphor of "silver bullets" is significant, as it suggests that the investor's money will have a direct impact on the war effort, stopping the enemy in their tracks. The blue and yellow color scheme, along with the image of coins, reinforces the idea of financial investment and the tangible nature of the contribution being made. This historical artifact is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the role that financial contributions played in supporting the war effort. The "Silver Bullets" poster is a powerful example of how propaganda was used to encourage participation and support for the war effort during this pivotal period in world history.
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