Only One Available. This U.S. WWII Poster is in great condition and is one of the most iconic and sought after home front posters from World War Two. The poster shows Uncle Sam rolling up his shirt sleeves. On the right is an icon for the 7th War Loan. This poster was designed by James Montgomery Flagg. He was an American illustrator, poster artist and portrait painter known for his World War I recruiting poster of a pointing Uncle Sam with the caption “I want you”. This poster was also reissued during the second world war.

The Treasury Department distributed posters to encourage people to purchase war bonds. From 1942 to 1945, there were eight war loan drives, and by the end of the war, 85 million Americans had purchased 185.7 billion dollars in bonds. The general public could buy a $25 war bond for $18.75, which would be used to help pay for military expenses. The war bond could be redeemed for the full $25 ten years after purchase.

This poster is in great condition, the edges do not show signs of damage and only the folding marks are visible which is expected as these were shipped folded for distribution all over the USA. The colors are well preserved and the overall condition is wonderful. The poster measures 20” by 28”.

The propaganda poster bears the text:

JAP… You’re Next!
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Guns, tanks, and bombs were the principal weapons of World War II, but there were other, more subtle forms of warfare as well. Words, posters, and films waged a constant battle for the hearts and minds of the American citizenry just as surely as military weapons engaged the enemy. Persuading the American public became a wartime industry, almost as important as the manufacturing of bullets and planes. The Government launched an aggressive propaganda campaign with clearly articulated goals and strategies to galvanize public support, and it recruited some of the nation's foremost intellectuals, artists, and filmmakers to wage the war on that front.

The Government tried to identify the most effective poster style. One government-commissioned study concluded that the best posters were those that made a direct, emotional appeal and presented realistic pictures in photographic detail. The study found that symbolic or humorous posters attracted less attention, made a less favorable impression, and did not inspire enthusiasm. Nevertheless, many symbolic and humorous posters were judged to be outstanding in national poster competitions during the war.