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Vintage USA LEON HELGUERA World War II Propaganda Poster, Uncle Sam 1943

$ 66

Availability: 100 in stock
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Conflict: WW II (1939-45)
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Modified Item: No
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Condition: Note: vintage item. Shows appropriate wear consistent with age and use. Please review photos. We are happy to answer any questions. Note: folds; some tears to edges.
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Region of Origin: United States

    Description

    DETAILS
    Vintage World War II era propaganda poster to support the war effort featuring the symbolic face of Uncle Sam with his finger to his lips. This poster reminds citizens that sharing any military information such as troop movements, or other security details could help the enemy and sabotage the war effort. This Uncle Sam image became the official insignia for a U.S. government war campaign.
    TITLE
    I'm Counting on You! Don't Discuss: Troop Movements, Ship Sailings, War Equipment
    PUBLISHER
    U.S. Government Printing Office
    FRAMING
    Unframed
    MAKER
    Leon Helguera (Mexican-American, 1899-1970)
    MARKS
    Printed (lower): OWI Poster No. 78-28.5" x 40" Additional copies may be obtained / U.S. Government Printing Office: 1943--O-534057
    PERIOD
    World War II (1939-45) | Early/Mid 20th century
    DATE
    1943
    DIMENSIONS
    Width 28.5 Height 40 inches
    CONDITION
    Note: folds; some tears to edges.