Home > Posters > Related Images
Poster, Halt! Go into training and Help the Boys at the Fro
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Poster, Halt! Go into training and Help the Boys at the Fro
Poster, Halt! Go into training and Help the Boys at the Front. Recruitment for the First World War.
circa 1914-1915
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 7192225
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10507519
Halt Recruit Recruitment War Time Ww 1
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> WWI Posters
Halt! Go into Training and Help the Boys at the Front
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a powerful and evocative poster from the early years of the First World War, circa 1914-1915. The image, brought to us by Mary Evans Picture Library/Onslow Auctions Limited from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a poignant reminder of the urgent call to action during this global conflict. The poster, designed to encourage recruitment, features a striking green and white color palette that grabs the viewer's attention. The central image is that of a soldier in uniform, holding a rifle and standing at attention, with his back turned to the viewer. Behind him, a chaotic and smoky battlefield is depicted, with explosions and gunfire in the distance. The caption above the soldier reads "Go into Training," while below him, the words "Help the Boys at the Front" are emblazoned across the bottom of the poster. The use of the phrase "boys" is significant, as it speaks to the youth and inexperience of many of the soldiers who were called upon to fight in the war. The poster's message is clear: every able-bodied man was needed to join the ranks and help turn the tide of the war. The poster's design is both simple and effective, using strong visual imagery to convey the urgency and importance of the recruitment effort. The use of the soldier's back as a visual barrier between the viewer and the chaos of the battlefield serves to emphasize the need for action and the role that each individual could play in making a difference. Overall, "Halt! Go into Training and Help the Boys at the Front" is a powerful and evocative piece of propaganda from the early days of the First World War. Its striking design and clear message continue to resonate with viewers today, serving as a reminder of the sacrifices made by generations past and the importance of unity and determination in times of crisis.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
