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Fine Art Print : WW1 recruitment poster, Teufel Hunden, US Marines
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WW1 recruitment poster, Teufel Hunden, US Marines
WW1 American recruitment poster, Teufel Hunden (Devil Dogs), German nickname for US Marines, showing a bulldog chasing a dachshund. Devil Dog Recruiting Station, Smithfield & Water Streets. Date: circa 1917
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Media ID 14265858
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Bulldog Chasing Devil Join Marines Nickname Recruiting Recruitment
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This mesmerizing WW1 recruitment poster, "Teufel Hunden" or "Devil Dogs," showcases the iconic image of the US Marines, earning their fearsome nickname from the German army. The poster, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a determined bulldog chasing a dachshund, symbolizing the Marines' relentless pursuit of victory. Add this historic piece to your collection and bring a piece of military history into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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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This evocative WWI recruitment poster, titled "Teufel Hunden" or "Devil Dogs," showcases the fierce determination and unyielding spirit of the United States Marines. The image features a bulldog relentlessly chasing a dachshund, a German nickname for Marines due to their tenacious and ferocious reputation on the battlefield. The poster serves as a powerful call to action, urging American men to join the ranks of the Devil Dogs and defend their country against the formidable forces of the Central Powers. The poster's design, typical of the era, is a striking combination of bold typography and vivid imagery. The use of red, white, and blue colors, along with the iconic bulldog and dachshund, effectively convey the patriotic fervor and sense of duty that characterized the United States during the First World War. The poster's tagline, "Join the Devil Dogs," is prominently displayed, encouraging potential recruits to enlist at the Devil Dog Recruiting Station located at Smithfield & Water Streets. The poster's creation during the 1910s, a time when the United States was deeply involved in the global conflict, underscores the importance of military recruitment efforts during WWI. The image of the bulldog and dachshund, with the former representing the United States and the latter symbolizing the enemy, serves as a potent reminder of the fierce rivalry and determination that characterized the war. Overall, this vintage poster is a captivating and evocative representation of the spirit of the US Marines during WWI and the unwavering resolve of the American people to defend their country.
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