World War II Poster, "Equipment is Precious!," 1943
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Artifact Overview
During the Second World War, all of the national governments of the warring nations used poster campaigns to encourage civilian and military support of the war effort. The advertising technique of these posters followed the innovative style developed during the First World War. By appealing to the viewer's emotions this poster helped the U.S. to rally the home front workers and consumers.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Poster
Date Made
1943
Subject Date
1943
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Printed by the United States Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Washington, D.C.
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
89.60.5
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Lithography
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 28 in
Width: 19.75 in
Inscriptions
Printed on poster at top: EQUIPMENT IS PRECIOUS!
At bottom under image: Remember his needs. Your care / of office equipment will save / vital materials and help him win./
At bottom of poster: U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1943-O-554460.
Artist name under image: B. Rig
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