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WW2 poster, Dig on for Victory
WW2 poster, Dig on for Victory, designed by Peter Fraser. Showing a man with home-grown vegetables and a gardening fork. Date: early 1940s
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Media ID 14237628
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Allotment Allotments Cabbage Carrots Effort Fields Fork Fraser Gardener Gardening Grown Persuasion Peter Pipe Potatoes Produce Propaganda Shirt Survival Trousers Trug Vegetable Vegetables Victory Designed
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints range. This particular piece showcases a vintage WW2 poster, "Dig for Victory," designed by Peter Fraser in the early 1940s. Featuring the iconic image of a determined man tending to his home-grown vegetables with a gardening fork, this powerful poster symbolizes the spirit of resilience and self-sufficiency during wartime. Add a touch of history to your home décor with our high-quality canvas prints, expertly printed on premium canvas and coated with a protective varnish to ensure long-lasting vibrancy. Bring the past to life in stunning detail and create a unique focal point in any room. Order yours today and let the story unfold.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Dig for Victory: A Testament to Resilience and Self-Sufficiency during World War II This evocative WW2 poster, titled "Dig for Victory," designed by Peter Fraser, encapsulates the spirit of self-reliance and determination that characterized the home front during the 1940s. The image depicts a man in trousers and a shirt, donning a pipe, as he leans over a fertile patch of earth, his gardening fork poised to plant or harvest home-grown vegetables. The scene exudes a sense of tranquility amidst the chaos of war, as the man focuses on his humble task, oblivious to the distant road and rural landscape beyond. The Dig for Victory campaign, launched in 1939, was a British propaganda initiative aimed at persuading the population to grow their own food in allotments and gardens to reduce the strain on food supplies and rationing. The poster is a powerful reminder of the collective effort and determination that went into ensuring the survival of the nation during this tumultuous period. The man's basket or trug brims with an assortment of fresh produce, including cabbages, carrots, and potatoes, which would have been a welcome addition to the family table. The poster's design, with its earthy tones and simple yet effective composition, is a testament to the enduring power of visual communication in shaping public opinion and inspiring action. As we reflect on the history of the Dig for Victory campaign and the sacrifices made during World War II, we are reminded of the resilience and resourcefulness of ordinary people in the face of adversity. This iconic poster serves as a poignant reminder of a time when community spirit and self-sufficiency were essential ingredients for survival.
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