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WWI Poster, What Will Your Answer Be
WWI Parliamentary Recruiting Committee Poster, What will your answer be when your boy asks you, Father, what did you do to help when Britain fought for freedom in 1915? Enlist Now. Date: 1915
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Media ID 14171480
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Onslow Auctions Limited
Answer Asks Committee Enlist Fought Freedom Guilt Join Parliamentary Pressure Psychological Question Recruiting Recruitment Shame Scout
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the powerful and evocative WWI Parliamentary Recruiting Committee poster "What Will Your Answer Be?" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image, dated 1915, asks a poignant question that resonates deeply with the spirit of sacrifice and patriotism during wartime. Bring a piece of history into your home or office and start a meaningful conversation with this beautifully printed and framed work of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 powerful WWI poster, created by the Parliamentary Recruiting Committee in 1915, poses a thought-provoking question that resonated deeply with the British public during the First World War. The image features a silhouetted father, deep in thought, as his young boy, dressed as a scout, asks him, "Father, what did you do to help when Britain fought for freedom in 1915?" The psychological pressure and sense of shame and guilt that the father feels at not having enlisted are palpable in this poignant scene. The poster was designed to encourage men to join the army and do their part in the war effort. The use of the question format was an effective way to appeal to the sense of duty and patriotism of the British people, particularly fathers who wanted to set a good example for their children. The poster's historical significance lies in its ability to capture the emotional and psychological impact of the war on individuals and families, as well as its role in shaping the public discourse around recruitment and patriotism during this pivotal time in history. The poster's simple yet powerful message continues to resonate with audiences today, serving as a reminder of the sacrifices made by ordinary men and women during the First World War and the enduring importance of standing up for freedom and democracy.
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