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UnknownOriginal Vintage American WWII Poster - Dear God Keep Them Safe 1942 Published1942
1942
$8,500
£6,422.94
€7,434.01
CA$11,925.08
A$13,264.11
CHF 6,958.33
MX$161,852.30
NOK 87,335.88
SEK 82,303.48
DKK 55,491.76
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This striking 1942 World War II poster, published by Kroger Food, delivers a powerful home front message urging Americans to support the war effort through the purchase of War Bonds and Stamps. The image depicts two schoolchildren wearing gas masks—one holding an apple, the other clutching schoolbooks—standing hand in hand against a gradient yellow-green background. The stark headline, “Dear God, keep them safe!” underscores the urgency and emotional appeal, while the bold “Buy War Bonds and Stamps” panel drives home the call to action.Created during the height of World War II, this poster speaks directly to civilian fears of enemy attacks on American soil, using the vulnerability of children to inspire protective action. Kroger Food, like many companies of the era, participated in the national war bond campaigns, blending patriotic duty with corporate citizenship. War bond sales were critical in financing military operations, and posters like this played a vital role in rallying public participation.This piece remains a vivid example of how commercial publishers contributed to morale and mobilization during WWII.This is an Original Vintage Poster, it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all our posters.
- Creation Year:1942
- Dimensions:Height: 19.225 in (48.84 cm)Width: 23.75 in (60.33 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Boca Raton, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: 141961stDibs: LU2560216850642
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