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UnknownWorld War II original poster by the U.S. Office of War Information (O.W.I.)1945
1945
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In 1945, as World War II was coming to an end, the U.S. Office of War Information (O.W.I.) produced the Work Together, Prospect Together poster as part of a broader campaign to promote economic recovery and international cooperation. With the war effort transitioning to peacetime reconstruction, this message reflected the growing emphasis on collaboration in rebuilding economies, strengthening global partnerships, and ensuring a more prosperous future for all.
During the war, the O.W.I. played a crucial role in shaping public opinion through propaganda and informational materials, ensuring that American citizens remained engaged and motivated in supporting both military and home-front efforts. As victory approached, the agency turned its focus toward postwar planning, producing materials that encouraged collective effort in rebuilding a world devastated by conflict. The slogan The Plans for a Better World Call for Cooperation underscored the idea that economic stability and progress would require unity, whether in local communities, industries, or international relations.
This message resonated deeply at a time when nations were laying the groundwork for global institutions like the United Nations and the Bretton Woods economic system. As soldiers returned home and economies transitioned from wartime production to peacetime industry, cooperation between governments, businesses, and workers was seen as essential to avoiding another economic downturn like the Great Depression. The poster reinforced this vision, reminding people that shared effort was the key to lasting prosperity.
O.W.I. posters from this period are highly valued by historians and collectors for their historical significance and the insight they provide into the concerns and aspirations of the time. The Work Together, Prospect Together campaign remains an important reflection of the optimism and determination that shaped the postwar world, emphasizing the role of unity in building a better future.
War 39-45 - United States
The Plans for Better World Call for Cooperation
The Sheldon Claire Co Chicago
- Creation Year:1945
- Dimensions:Height: 36.23 in (92 cm)Width: 24.41 in (62 cm)
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- Condition:Good condition, tears on the edges.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792215752182
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