Mouse Mat : Advert for buying 3% savings bonds in WW2 1942
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Advert for buying 3% savings bonds in WW2 1942
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1942 Bank Bond Bonds Borrow Buying Committee Defence Economy Effort Encouraging Financing Investment Money Saving Savings Times Ww 2 Ww Ii War Time
Mouse Pad
Bring some life into your office, or create a heartfelt gift, with a personalised deluxe Mouse Mat. Made of high-density black foam with a tough, stain-resistant inter-woven cloth cover they will brighten up any home or corporate office.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 9.4cm x 24.2cm (3.7" x 9.5")
Estimated Product Size is 19.7cm x 24.2cm (7.8" x 9.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative advertisement from the Illustrated London News, published in 1942 during the height of World War II, encourages citizens to buy 3% Savings Bonds in support of the national war effort. The image features a determined and focused group of individuals, each holding a savings book, working together in a committee room to borrow money from their bank and invest it in the war bonds. The caption above the illustration reads, "Your Money Helps Win the War," emphasizing the importance of individual contributions to the collective cause. The British government, in an effort to finance the war effort and maintain the economy during this time, heavily promoted the sale of savings bonds as a safe and patriotic investment. The 3% interest rate offered on these bonds was a significant incentive for people to participate, providing a small return on their investment while also contributing to the war effort. The advertisement's design is simple yet powerful, with a clear call to action for readers to "Buy Now" and "Encourage Others to Buy." The use of a committee room setting highlights the communal aspect of this investment, as people come together to support the war effort and secure their financial future. The war time setting adds a sense of urgency and importance to the message, reminding readers that their actions could make a difference in the outcome of the war. Overall, this advertisement is a powerful example of how advertising was used during World War II to encourage participation in the war effort and maintain economic stability. By investing in savings bonds, individuals could feel a sense of pride and contribution to the war effort while also securing their financial future.
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