Poster Print : Wartime leaflet, blood transfusion service
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Wartime leaflet, blood transfusion service
Wartime leaflet about the blood transfusion service, showing how blood, and blood transfusion equipment, are dropped by parachute behind enemy lines to save the lives of wounded soldiers.
1940s
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Behind Blood Donors Dropped Enemy Health Leaflet Lines Lives Parachute Save Saving Seeking Transfusion Treatment Wounded Ww 2 Ww Ii War Time
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the striking and historic "Wartime Leaflet, Blood Transfusion Service" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library/Onslow Auctions Limited. This evocative image captures the essence of the 1940s war effort, as blood and essential transfusion equipment are parachuted behind enemy lines to save the lives of wounded soldiers. This powerful and poignant print is not just a piece of art, but a testament to the heroism and resilience of those who served during wartime. Add this unique and intriguing piece to your collection and let the history of the past come alive in your home or office.
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 59.4cm x 37.2cm (23.4" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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
Dropped from the Sky: The Unsung Heroes of the Wartime Blood Transfusion Service Amid the chaos and destruction of the battlefield during World War II, the importance of medical care for wounded soldiers was paramount. One innovative solution to the challenge of providing essential medical supplies in the midst of conflict was the use of parachute drops to deliver blood and blood transfusion equipment behind enemy lines. This evocative wartime leaflet, dating from the 1940s, illustrates the vital role of the blood transfusion service in saving the lives of soldiers. The image shows a parachute descending from the sky, carrying a package containing precious blood and life-saving equipment. The caption below reads, "Blood and Blood Transfusion Equipment Dropped by Parachute Behind Enemy Lines." The use of parachute drops to deliver blood and medical supplies was a groundbreaking innovation during World War II. With the battle lines constantly shifting and the need for immediate medical attention, this method allowed the Allies to provide much-needed support to wounded soldiers in the most remote and inaccessible areas. The blood donors back home played a crucial role in this effort, as their donations were essential to the success of the parachute drops. The leaflet encourages readers to "seek out your local blood donor centre" and "give freely of your blood to help save the lives of our gallant soldiers." This powerful image serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and innovations that took place during wartime, as medical personnel and ordinary citizens worked together to provide essential care and support to wounded soldiers. The blood transfusion service, and the brave men and women who made it possible, are unsung heroes of World War II.
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