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"She's Ready, Too. Buy War Bonds" Vintage WWII Bonds Poster, 1942

Offered by: The Great Republic

Description
Presented is a vintage WWII War Bonds poster, printed in 1942. In the poster, a confident woman sets out with conviction to buy war bonds, her hand over her pocketbook. As the woman walks, she leaves behind the shadow of the Concord minutemen. The imagery links the service of the soldier on the battlefield to the patriotism of the consumer at home through purchasing the war bond. The text above her reads, “She’s Ready, Too” in blue block letters. "Buy War Bonds" is printed at the bottom in yellow and white block letters.

Women were often featured in U.S. war bond propaganda during World War II. With many men serving overseas, women took charge of their own finances. Posters, like this one, encouraged women to contribute a portion of their pay to the war effort.

During WWII, the government received funding directly from United States citizens in the form of war saving bonds and stamps, which were paid back later with interest. Purchasing war bonds was viewed as a way for American citizens to support the war effort. Traditionally, large dollar bond amounts, ranging from $50 to $1000, were purchased for bonds. Series E Bonds were issued beginning in 1941 and transitioned to War Bonds in 1942 with America’s entry into the war. There were 8 Loan Drives from 1942-1945. This poster most likely supported the first loan drive, which lasted from November 30 through December 23, 1942.

CONDITION:

Overall good condition. Colorful poster. Small chips to outer margins. Horizontal and vertical fold lines, from past storage. "U.S. Government Printing Office: 1942-O-488198" at bottom center margin in black. Poster dimensions: 28" H x 22" W.

Poster is archivally framed in a custom black wooden frame, acid free backing, and UV conservation glass.  Framed Dimensions: 30 1/2” H x 24 5/8” W x 3/4” D.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	1920-1949
Condition:	Good. Small chips to outer margins. Horizontal and vertical fold lines, from past storage.
Creation Date:	1942
Styles / Movements:	Americana, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	P375
Incollect Reference #:	722148

Dimensions

W.	24.75 in;	H.	30.5 in;	D.	0.75 in;
W.	62.87 cm;	H.	77.47 cm;	D.	1.91 cm;

Message from Seller:

Established in 2010, The Great Republic specializes in one-of-a-kind collectibles that honor American history, with a special focus on the rare and unique. Our collection is complete with rarities that are sure to wow, such as first edition books, antique hand-sewn flags from the Civil War, vintage travel posters, and original signatures from American presidents, such as George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, just to name a few. P: 719.471.6157 E: headquarters@great-republic.com