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WW2 Poster -- Typhus, How Is It Spread?
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WW2 Poster -- Typhus, How Is It Spread?
Information poster on typhus and how it is spread. Colour lithograph, British Army anti-typhus medical information poster, after 2nd Lieutenant Stacey Hopper. The poster poses questions, with illustrated answers, relating to the danger and prevention of Typhus and the lice that carry it. It was aimed, in particular, at troops on active service in Italy during World War Two. AL.63 was a DDT-based anti-louse powder used during World War Two to prevent infestation. Date: 1944
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1944 Active Advice Aimed Answers Anti Based Bathing Baths Carry Civilians Danger Dirty Disease Hopper Illness Information Inoculation Lice Lieutenant Louse Prevent Prevention Protection Questions Regular Seams Spread Stacey Typhus Warning
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This vivid and informative WW2 poster, titled "Typhus, How Is It Spread?" was published in 1944, during the height of the Second World War, specifically for the British Army troops serving in Italy. Designed by 2nd Lieutenant Stacey Hopper, this color lithograph aimed to raise awareness and provide essential information about Typhus, a disease that was a significant health concern for soldiers during wartime. The poster poses a series of questions with illustrated answers, addressing the danger and prevention of Typhus and the role of lice in its transmission. The disease, often referred to as "jungle rot," was known to spread through the bite of infected lice, making it a major concern for troops living in unsanitary conditions. The poster emphasizes the importance of personal hygiene and cleanliness, advising soldiers to take regular baths, pay attention to the seams of their clothes, and use anti-louse powder like AL.63, a DDT-based product, to prevent infestations. The poster also encourages soldiers to avoid close contact with civilians who may be carrying the disease. The illustrations on the poster depict the disease's symptoms, such as fever, rash, and headaches, and the life cycle of lice, emphasizing the importance of taking preventative measures to protect oneself from this debilitating illness. The poster's clear and concise language, combined with its striking visuals, made it an effective tool for educating soldiers about the dangers of Typhus and the steps they could take to prevent its spread.
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