Poster Print : WW2 Christmas card, air raid wardens on bicycles
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
WW2 Christmas card, air raid wardens on bicycles
WW2 Christmas card, two air raid wardens on bicycles. Date: circa 1942
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14189032
© The March of the Women Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Bicycle Bicycles Clear Correspondence Cycling Ephemera Raid Sandbags Warden Wardens
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse collection of vintage-inspired poster prints: a captivating WW2 Christmas card image featuring two brave air raid wardens on bicycles. Dated circa 1942, this evocative print is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and brings a piece of history straight to your walls. Share the spirit of resilience and unity of the war era with this charming and nostalgic piece. Perfect for history enthusiasts, collectors, or those looking to add a unique touch to their decor. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative WW2 Christmas card image captures the spirit of community resilience and determination during the darkest days of the Second World War. Dated circa 1942, the card features two Air Raid Wardens, a man and a woman, mounted on bicycles, ready to face the challenges of the holiday season amidst the backdrop of wartime Britain. The wardens, dressed in their distinctive ARP helmets and carrying sandbags as protection against potential air raids, embody the unwavering courage and vigilance of the British people during this critical period. The simple yet effective design of the card, with its clear, bold lines and muted color palette, reflects the austere conditions of the time while also conveying a sense of hope and cheer. The bicycles, a common mode of transport during the war due to fuel shortages, add a practical and symbolic touch to the scene. This Christmas card is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and adaptations made by the British population during the 1940s. It serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of the human condition, even in the face of adversity. The image of the two wardens cycling through the wintery landscape, with their helmets on and their spirits high, is a powerful representation of the fortitude and camaraderie that sustained the nation during the long and arduous conflict.
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.