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Poster Print : WORLD WAR I: U. S. NAVY. Gee!! I Wish I Were a Man, I d Join the Navy. American World War I recruiting poster, 1917, by Howard Chandler Christy
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WORLD WAR I: U. S. NAVY. Gee!! I Wish I Were a Man, I d Join the Navy. American World War I recruiting poster, 1917, by Howard Chandler Christy
WORLD WAR I: U.S. NAVY.
Gee!! I Wish I Were a Man, I d Join the Navy. American World War I recruiting poster, 1917, by Howard Chandler Christy
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Media ID 6217355
1917 Chandler Christy Howard Patriotic Poster Propaganda Recruiting Sailor Us Navy World War
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating WORLD WAR I: U.S. NAVY poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic image "Gee!! I Wish I Were a Man, I'd Join the Navy" by Howard Chandler Christy, this vintage recruiting poster, originally produced in 1917, is a powerful symbol of patriotism and courage. This high-quality print, sourced from The Granger Collection in New York, beautifully captures the spirit of the era and makes for an inspiring addition to any home or office space. Bring a piece of history into your world with this stunning, authentic reproduction.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 38.6cm x 59.4cm (15.2" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
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The captivating print titled "WORLD WAR I: U. S. NAVY. Gee!! I Wish I Were a Man, I'd Join the Navy" depicts an iconic American World War I recruiting poster created in 1917 by Howard Chandler Christy. This powerful image showcases a young woman dressed in a sailor's uniform, complete with the signature hat adorned with the letters "U. S. N". The text boldly proclaims her desire to be part of something greater than herself: "Gee!! I Wish I Were a Man, I'd Join the Navy". This poster is not only visually striking but also carries significant historical and cultural significance. It represents the patriotic fervor that swept across America during World War I, as women were encouraged to support their country's war efforts on various fronts. By featuring an empowered female figure expressing her longing to serve in traditionally male-dominated roles like the navy, this artwork challenges gender norms and highlights women's growing role in society. Christy's creation served as propaganda aimed at inspiring both men and women to enlist in the U. S. Navy and contribute to their nation's cause. Its enduring impact lies not only in its artistic merit but also in its representation of a pivotal moment when societal expectations were being reshaped by global conflict. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to appreciate and reflect upon this historic piece of art that continues to resonate today for its message of empowerment, patriotism, and breaking down barriers based on gender stereotypes.
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