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Rags Every bit of rag still urgently required WW2 British Home Front Poster

1939-1945

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To see our other original vintage public information posters, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from this seller" - or send us a message if you cannot find the poster you want. We have a whole series referring to environmental issues on the theme of "Waste not want not" and caring for the environment and recycling. Rags Every bit of rag still urgently required WW2 British Home Front Poster 75x49cm Lithograph in four colours c. 1940 Rags had endless uses in the war machine; they were turned into cartridge wadding, they were used for cleaning machinery, they could be made into rag rugs, or the cloth could be recycled into utility clothing or uniforms. Not a scrap went to waste whether clean or dirty.
  • Creation Year:
    1939-1945
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.53 in (75 cm)Width: 19.3 in (49 cm)
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  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Generally good, slight staining to corners as visible in image.
  • Gallery Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU795312435602
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