Jigsaw Puzzle Depicting a World War II Scene, 1942-1945

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Artifact Overview

During World War II, patriotic symbols and images were found on a variety of common everyday items -- even jigsaw puzzles. When completed, this "Victory picture puzzle" depicts American-made planes and jeeps "on the job" defeating the German army. Several of the interlocking pieces even resemble planes, ships, and weapons used to beat the enemy.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Jigsaw puzzle

Date Made

1942-1945

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

91.87.66

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Cardboard
Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Lithography

Color

Blue
Brown
Green
Orange (Color)
Purple
Red
White (Color)
Yellow (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 1.5 in
Width: 9 in
Length: 11.75 in

Inscriptions

Box top: VICTORY / PICTURE / PUZZLE / "TANK BUSTERS" AND "JEEPS" ON THE JOB