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Poster Print : Patons knitting wools advertisement, WW1 comforts
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Patons knitting wools advertisement, WW1 comforts
Advertisement for Patons Alloa knitting wools during the First World War featuring a Red Cross nurse busy knitting and the words, Every Woman Can Help. Date: c.1915
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Media ID 14169000
© The Joyce Meader Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Advertisements Adverts Alloa Busy Comforts Effort Handmade Knitting Needles Nurse Nurses Nursing Patons Role Roles Wool Woollen Woolly Wools
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of vintage poster prints, featuring this captivating advertisement for Patons Alloa knitting wools from the First World War era. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a Red Cross nurse in action, busily knitting to provide comforts for soldiers. The powerful tagline, "Every Woman Can Help," encapsulates the spirit of community and resilience during wartime. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this beautifully printed poster, a timeless reminder of the power of crafting and unity.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.7cm x 84.6cm (18.8" x 33.3")
Estimated Product Size is 59.6cm x 84.6cm (23.5" x 33.3")
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.
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Every Woman Can Help
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: Patons Alloa Knitting Wools Advertisement during WWI (circa 1915) Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the First World War, a poignant advertisement for Patons Alloa Knitting Wools emerged, featuring an image of a dedicated Red Cross nurse, her expression focused as she skillfully knits a woolen garment. The caption above her reads, "Every Woman Can Help." During this pivotal moment in history, the role of women expanded beyond the domestic sphere as they took on new responsibilities in support of the war effort. Nursing became one of the most prominent ways women could contribute, and the image of the knitting nurse encapsulated the spirit of women's involvement in providing comfort and care to soldiers. Patons Alloa Knitting Wools seized this opportunity to encourage women to engage in their cause. The advertisement showcases the power of handmade items, with knitted clothes and comforts being a vital source of solace for soldiers far from home. The woolly, woollen needles and the uniformed nurse in the photograph underscore the significance of this simple yet impactful act. As the war raged on, women across the country took up their needles and began knitting for the troops. The Patons Alloa Knitting Wools advertisement served as a call to action, inspiring women to make a difference through their creativity and resourcefulness. The historical image stands as a testament to the resilience and compassion of women during WWI, and the enduring power of a single stitch to bring comfort and hope.
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