Canvas Print : Bones Make Explosives - World War II poster
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Bones Make Explosives - World War II poster
World War Two poster encouraging civilians on the Home Front to save all bones for salvage as they can be made into bombs for the war effort
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Media ID 4462183
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Air Craft Bombing Bombs Bones Economy Effort Explosives In Formation Propaganda Raid Raids Salvage Save Saving Ww Ii Bomber War Time
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Bones Make Explosives" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, a striking addition to your home or office decor. This iconic World War II poster, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, carries a powerful message from the past. Originally designed to encourage civilians on the Home Front to save all bones for the war effort, this poster is now a unique piece of historical art. The high-quality canvas print brings out the intricate details and vibrant colors of the original, creating a bold and thought-provoking statement piece. Add this captivating print to your collection and let history inspire you every day.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.5cm x 30.4cm (8.1" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 22.9cm x 30.5cm (9" x 12")
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.
Bones Make Explosives - A Powerful Reminder of World War II's Home Front Sacrifices
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative World War II poster, titled "Bones Make Explosives," is a poignant reminder of the extraordinary efforts made by civilians on the Home Front during the war. The image, created in the 1940s, features a formation of planes in the sky, dropping bombs on an enemy target. The text below the planes reads, "Save Boned Meat, Fat, and Grease," with an arrow pointing to a pile of bones at the bottom of the poster. The poster's message was simple yet profound: every bone, every ounce of fat, and every scrap of grease saved by civilians could contribute to the war effort by being recycled into explosives for use in airplanes and other military equipment. The poster's imagery of planes in formation, dropping bombs, underscores the urgency and importance of this call to action. The "Bones Make Explosives" campaign was part of a broader effort to encourage wartime economies and resourcefulness on the Home Front. With rationing and shortages a daily reality, citizens were encouraged to save and recycle as much as possible. The poster's powerful imagery and clear message were part of a larger propaganda campaign aimed at inspiring patriotism and a sense of shared sacrifice. Today, this poster stands as a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of civilians during World War II. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during this pivotal time in history and the ways in which individuals came together to support the war effort in unexpected ways. The "Bones Make Explosives" poster is a powerful symbol of the ingenuity and determination of the Home Front during the war years.
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