Description: DON'T TALK ABOUT TROOP MOVEMENTS IF YOU TELL WHERE THEY'ARE GOING... THEY MAY NEVER GET THEREI ARTIST: UNKNOWN PRINT YEAR: 1943 PRINT RUN: UNKNOWN PRINT COUNTRY: USA LANGUAGE: ENGLISH PUBLISHED BY: OFFICE OF WAR INFORMATION, IN WASHIGTON DC CONDITION: FOLDED, FAIR SIZE: IN: 28 ⅓ x 39 = CM: 72 x 99 ABOUT:This is an original World War II propaganda poster from the United States, part of the "Loose Lips Sink Ships" campaign aimed at encouraging civilians and military personnel to avoid sharing sensitive information about troop movements. DESIGN:The image is in black and white, featuring a group of soldiers boarding a transport, likely heading into combat. The poster highlights the seriousness of operational security, with soldiers shown in a vulnerable moment, emphasizing the importance of keeping military secrets. The text is printed in yellow, which draws attention to the urgent message, making it clear and direct. CONDITION: This poster shows signs of wear and tear, including fold marks and light creases, which are common for posters of this age. The image and text remain sharp and intact, making this a highly collectible and valuable piece of WWII history BACKGROUND: During World War II, the U.S. Office of War Information (OWI) spearheaded several campaigns designed to control the flow of sensitive information. These campaigns were crucial in reminding the public—and military personnel—about the potential consequences of sharing classified information. The slogan "Loose Lips Sink Ships" became synonymous with this effort, but variations like the one seen on this poster—"If you tell where they're going... They may never get there"—were used to convey similar warnings. Posters like this were widely distributed across the United States in public places, workplaces, train stations, and military bases. They were designed to be visually impactful and emotionally charged, urging people to be careful with what they said, especially in public places where enemy spies could be listening. This particular poster uses a somber black-and-white photo of soldiers embarking on a mission, which adds to the seriousness of the message. The combination of simple, direct language and powerful imagery was a hallmark of wartime propaganda, aimed at unifying the public under a common goal of ensuring national security. WHY YOU SHOULD OWN THIS POSTER: This is an authentic piece of WWII history, reflecting the home-front efforts to maintain military secrecy. Original wartime propaganda posters like this are rare and sought after by collectors of military memorabilia and those interested in wartime communication and art. Its bold message and stark imagery capture a critical moment in history. Be sure to check out my other auctions for more rare and original posters, spanning wartime, propaganda, and vintage advertising! This is a great opportunity to own a significant part of history SHIPPING & POLICIES 📦 SHIPPING: Carefully packaged in acid-free paper and sturdy tube. Worldwide shipping with tracking. ✅ AUTHENTICITY: Certificate of authenticity included. 100% original vintage poster - not a reproduction. ↩️ RETURNS: 30-day return policy if not satisfied. Must be returned in original condition. --> PAVLOPOSTERS - Specializing in Original Soviet and Vintage Posters Follow Us on Social Media for New Arrivals! -->
Price: 300 USD
Location: Clarksburg, Maryland
End Time: 2024-11-15T00:39:53.000Z
Shipping Cost: 25 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work
Size: Large (up to 60 in wide)
Custom Bundle: No
Item Length: 28 in
Region of Origin: USSR
Framing: Unframed
Personalize: No
Year of Production: 1943
Unit Type: Unit
Item Height: 28 in
Style: Vintage, Socialist Realism, Socrealism, Affichiste, Art Deco, Avant-garde, Constructivism, Realism, Russian
Features: Signed, 1st Edition, Limited Edition
Featured Person/Artist: Vladimir Lenin, Joseph Stalin, Nikita Khrushchev, Leonid Brezhnev, Mikhail Gorbachev, KARL MARX, Friedrich Engels, Yuriy Andropov
Unit Quantity: 1
Item Width: 39 in
Culture: USSR
Handmade: No
Character: Nikita Khrushchev, Joseph Stalin, Vladimir Lenin, Leonid Brezhnev, Mikhail Gorbachev, Friedrich Engels, Karl Marx, Yuriy Andropov
Signed: No
Material: Paper
Certificate of Authenticity (COA): No
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Subject: Motivational, World War II (1939-1945), Advertising, Agitation, Art, History, Social History
Type: Poster
Theme: Advertising, Agriculture, Art, Cycling, History, Industrial, Patriotic, Politics, Social History, Sports, Working Life
Country/Region of Manufacture: Ukraine
