Framed Print : WW2 Poster -- Be Prepared
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WW2 Poster -- Be Prepared
A Story and a Warning, .Darkness brings Danger, Be Prepared. Colour photolithograph poster, published by The Times of India Press, Bombay. Warning about malaria, with six captioned vignettes, showing soldiers suffering from malaria and advertising the use of anti mosquito cream. From the Burma Memorial Collection. Relating to the Burma Star Association. Date: 1940
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Media ID 14160287
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Anti Association Bombay Brings Burma Burmese Climate Cream Danger Darkness Disease Illness Malaria Mosquito Nurse Nurses Nursing Patient Photolithograph Prepared Press Suffering Times Tropical Tropics Vignette Vignettes Warning
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage WW2 Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, featuring the iconic "Be Prepared" poster by The Times of India Press, Bombay, is a powerful reminder of the past. With its evocative tagline, "A Story and a Warning, Darkness brings Danger, Be Prepared," this color photolithograph print is not only a visual treat but also a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of a generation. Add this historic artifact to your home or office decor and let its story continue to inspire.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.5cm x 40.6cm (10" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the sweltering heat of the Burmese jungles during World War II, darkness brought an ominous danger that went beyond the threat of enemy attacks. Malaria, a tropical disease spread by mosquitoes, became a relentless adversary for soldiers and civilians alike. This vivid and striking poster, published by The Times of India Press in Bombay in 1940, serves as both a cautionary tale and a call to action. The poster, titled "Be Prepared," features a color photolithograph design with six captioned vignettes. Each scene depicts soldiers suffering from malaria, their faces etched with pain and exhaustion. The images are a stark reminder of the harsh realities of war in the tropics. The poster also promotes the use of anti-mosquito cream as a means of prevention. The message is clear: be prepared for the dangers that lurk in the darkness, and take steps to protect yourself against the insidious threat of malaria. The poster is part of the Burma Memorial Collection, which pays tribute to the experiences of those who served in Burma during World War II. The Burma Star Association, an organization for veterans of the Burma Campaign, also holds this poster in its archives. As the soldiers and nurses in the poster tend to their sick comrades in hospital beds, the image of a mosquito looms in the background, a constant reminder of the disease that plagued them all. The poster is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime, and the importance of being prepared for the unexpected challenges that come with serving in a hot and unfamiliar climate.
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