Framed Print : Metal Collection WWII

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Metal Collection WWII

Collection depot for aluminium pots and pans outside Boro Hall in Brooklyn, America during World War II

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Media ID 4438975

© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10283103

Aluminium Brooklyn Depot Depots Effort Pans Point Points Pots Ww 2 Ww Ii Boro

22"x18" Modern Frame

Bring history into your home with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "Metal Collection WWII" from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to Brooklyn, America during World War II. The collection depot for aluminum pots and pans stands proudly outside Borough Hall, a symbol of resourcefulness and resilience during wartime. Our Framed Prints are meticulously crafted with high-quality materials to ensure a beautiful and lasting addition to your decor. Order yours today and relive history in vivid detail.

20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")

Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")

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 evocative photograph captures the spirit of wartime innovation and communal effort during World War II in America. The image, titled "Metal Collection WWII," depicts a bustling aluminum pot and pan collection depot located outside Boro Hall in Brooklyn. During the war, the demand for aluminum for military use far outpaced its supply. In response, the U.S. government launched a nationwide campaign to collect aluminum from households to be melted down and repurposed for military use. This initiative, known as the "Aluminum Cooking Pot Recycling Program," encouraged citizens to donate their aluminum cookware to local collection points. The photograph shows a long line of aluminum pots and pans stacked high outside Boro Hall, with volunteers and community members working together to sort and load the donations onto trucks. The scene is a testament to the collective spirit of the American people during a time of great need. The historical significance of this photograph extends beyond the war effort. It also represents the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the American people during a time of scarcity. The aluminum cookware, once used in homes across the country, was now being repurposed for a higher cause. The image also serves as a reminder of the importance of community during times of hardship. The volunteers and donors in this photograph came together to support the war effort, demonstrating the power of collective action. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a unique moment in American history. It captures the spirit of sacrifice, innovation, and community that defined the World War II era in America.

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