Greetings Card : The American war effort at home - WWI
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The American war effort at home - WWI
The American war effort at home - WWI - the benefits of growing ones own food on a allotment, smallholding or in the garden and also the benfits of then bottling/canning fruit and veg. Date: circa 1917
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Media ID 11553066
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Allotment Bottling Canning Curtains Effort Gardening Grow Growing Grows Hoeing Housewife Patriotic Patriotism Produce Stars Stripes Sufficiency Sufficient Tilling Vegetables
Greetings Card (A5)
Step back in time with our captivating selection of Media Storehouse Greetings Cards, featuring the evocative image "The American war effort at home - WWI" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage design beautifully captures the spirit of self-sufficiency and resilience during wartime. Inside, express your thoughts on the joys of growing your own fruits and vegetables, and the satisfaction of preserving the harvest through canning or bottling. Share this heartfelt sentiment with your loved ones and add a touch of history to your correspondence.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 13cm (8.3" x 5.1")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the First World War, the American homefront emerged as a bastion of resilience and self-sufficiency. In this evocative photograph from circa 1917, a determined housewife stands before her bountiful harvest, her Stars and Stripes curtains billowing gently in the background. The scene unfolds on a quintessential American allotment, where the red, white, and blue flags of patriotism proudly wave, symbolizing the unity and resolve of the nation. The war had disrupted traditional food supply chains, making it essential for families to grow their own produce. This photo captures the spirit of the American people as they adapted to the challenges of the time, tilling the soil, hoeing the rows, and nurturing their gardens to ensure a steady supply of fresh fruits and vegetables. The benefits of this grassroots food production movement extended beyond personal sustenance. By preserving the surplus through canning and bottling, families could share their bounty with neighbors and even contribute to their communities, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared sacrifice. As the war raged on, the American people found solace and strength in their gardens, their allotments, and their canning jars. This image stands as a testament to their indomitable spirit, their resourcefulness, and their unwavering commitment to the war effort. The fruits and vegetables in this photograph are not only nourishing bodies but also serving as a powerful symbol of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.
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