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Poster Print : Air Raid Precautions: Set of 50 cards issued by WD & H0 Wills, Britain 1938, in preparation
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Air Raid Precautions: Set of 50 cards issued by WD & H0 Wills, Britain 1938, in preparation
Air Raid Precautions: Set of 50 cards issued by WD & H0 Wills, Britain 1938, in preparation for the anticipated coming of World War II. Gas-proof Balloon Shelter (French Type)
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1938 Anticipated Balloon Cards Civilians Coming Front Home Issued Precautions Raid Shelter Type Wills
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our Media Storehouse collection of vintage Air Raid Precautions posters from Universal Images Group (UIG). This set of 50 cards, issued by WD & H0 Wills in Britain during 1938, offers a fascinating glimpse into the preparations made for the anticipated coming of World War II. Among these historic pieces is a captivating image of a Gas-proof Balloon Shelter, featuring the French Type design. Each poster is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the past, adding an authentic touch to any historical display or home decor.
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 26.1cm (23.4" x 10.3")
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
This print showcases a set of 50 cards issued by WD & H0 Wills in Britain, back in 1938. With the looming threat of World War II, these cards were created as part of the Air Raid Precautions (ARP) program to prepare civilians for potential air raids. The featured card depicts a Gas-proof Balloon Shelter, specifically the French Type. During this period, England was on high alert and taking every measure possible to protect its citizens from aerial attacks. These ARP cards served as educational tools, providing vital information on various types of shelters that could be used during an air raid. The Gas-proof Balloon Shelter shown here highlights one such option available to people seeking refuge. The image captures the front view of this unique shelter design, showcasing its sturdy construction and protective features. These shelters were designed to withstand gas attacks and provide a safe haven for individuals seeking shelter from bombings. As tensions rose across Europe in anticipation of war, these cards played an essential role in educating British civilians about air raid precautions. They not only provided practical advice but also instilled a sense of preparedness among the population. Today, this photograph serves as a historical reminder of the resilience and determination displayed by Britain during those uncertain times leading up to World War II.
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