Antique Framed Print : WWI Poster, You re proud of your pals in the Army
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WWI Poster, You re proud of your pals in the Army
WWI Parliamentary Recruiting Committee Poster, You re proud of your pals in the Army of course! But what will your pals think of YOU? Think It Over! Date: 1915
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Media ID 14171456
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Onslow Auctions Limited
Committee Enlist Friends Guilt Join Pals Parliamentary Pressure Proud Psychological Recruiting Recruitment Shame
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.3cm x 37.1cm (9.6" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful WWI poster, titled "You're proud of your pals in the Army (WWI Parliamentary Recruiting Committee Poster, 1915)," is a poignant reminder of the psychological pressure and guilt felt by those left behind during wartime. The image depicts a group of smiling, uniformed soldiers standing together, looking directly at the viewer, as if to ask a question. The caption below reads, "You're proud of your pals in the Army, of course! But what will your pals think of YOU?" The poster was produced by the Parliamentary Recruiting Committee during World War I to encourage enlistment and boost morale. The use of the word "pals" in the title and caption is significant, as it was a common term used to refer to close friends and comrades in the military. The implication is that by not joining the army, one may be letting down not only their country but also their friends. The image and text create a sense of shame and guilt, playing on the social pressure to conform and serve. This psychological tactic was a common recruitment strategy during the war, as many men felt a deep sense of duty to their country and community to enlist. The poster is a historical artifact that provides insight into the societal expectations and pressures during wartime. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers and their families during the First World War, and the profound impact that war has on individuals and communities. The poster is a powerful reminder of the complex emotions and motivations that drive people to enlist in the military, and the lasting impact of war on personal identity and relationships.
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