Poster Print : WW2 Christmas card, dog in wardens helmet
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
WW2 Christmas card, dog in wardens helmet
WW2 Christmas card, dog in an air raid wardens tin helmet. Date: 1941
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Media ID 14188148
© The March of the Women Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
1941 Anthropomorphism Bell Correspondence Ephemera Helmets Raid Warden Wardens
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the poignant and heartwarming addition to your collection: the "WW2 Christmas Card, Dog in Warden's Helmet" poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes us back to the spirit of the holiday season during wartime. In this evocative black and white photograph, a loyal and adorable dog dons a tin air raid warden's helmet, embodying the resilience and unity of the British people during World War II. The date, 1941, adds an authentic historical context that is both fascinating and moving. Bring this unique piece of history into your home or office to inspire, delight, and spark conversations among your loved ones and colleagues. The high-quality print, produced by Media Storehouse, ensures a vibrant and long-lasting representation of this cherished moment in time. Order yours today and let the story of this special dog and the Christmas spirit of the 1940s live on in your space.
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 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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 charming WW2 Christmas card from 1941 features an anthropomorphized dog donning an air raid warden's tin helmet and carrying a bell and gas mask bag. The playful image adds a touch of humor and lightness to the somber realities of wartime life during the 1940s. The dog's expressive face and eager pose convey a sense of readiness and determination, reflecting the spirit of the air raid wardens who bravely protected communities from the threat of air raids. The card's design is simple yet effective, with the red poppy and green holly and ivy adding traditional Christmas colors. This unique piece of ephemera offers a glimpse into the past, providing a reminder of the resilience and humor that helped people cope with the challenges of wartime. The card's historical significance and cute, comic portrayal of a dog in a warden's helmet make it a cherished collectible for those interested in WW2 history and 1940s culture.
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