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Evacuation as a National Service - Poster
It Might by You!
Caring for Evacuees is a National Service
circa 1942
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the evocative "Evacuation as a National Service - Poster" from our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This powerful piece, featuring a poignant image from Mary Evans Picture Library/Onslow Auctions Limited, transports us back in time to the heart of World War II. Originally created circa 1942, this "It Might be You! Caring for Evacuees is a National Service" poster serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and unity during this period. The captivating design, with its bold typography and moving message, makes this an essential addition to any history or war-themed collection. Relive the past with our high-quality, museum-grade poster print – a perfect conversation starter and a beautiful piece of history to display in your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.7cm x 61.5cm (16" x 24.2")
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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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Evacuation as a National Service - A Call for Caring and Community during World War II
EDITORS COMMENTS
During the darkest days of World War II, as the threat of air raids loomed over Britain, the government issued a call to action. Not through the military, but through a campaign encouraging citizens to open their doors and hearts to those displaced by the Blitz. This powerful poster from 1942, titled "It Might be You! Caring for Evacuees is a National Service," underscores the importance of community and compassion during a time of crisis. The image depicts a woman and children, dressed in their best, standing in formation on a city street. They are evacuees, having been forced to flee their homes due to the constant threat of bombing. Behind them, a line of houses is shown, some with smoke rising from their roofs, indicating the devastation wrought by the war. In the foreground, a man in a suit and hat approaches, offering a reassuring smile and an open door. The caption above the scene reads, "In this war, everyone has a part to play. Yours may be to give a home to an evacuee." The poster serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by ordinary people during wartime. It highlights the importance of community and the role that each individual can play in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of their neighbors. The image of children being evacuated also underscores the impact of war on the most vulnerable members of society, and the responsibility we all have to protect and care for them. As we look at this image from the 1940s, we are reminded of the power of compassion and the importance of coming together in times of need. It is a call to action that resonates just as strongly today as it did during the dark days of World War II.
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