Poster Print : WW2 Christmas card, Father Christmas
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
WW2 Christmas card, Father Christmas
WW2 Christmas card, Father Christmas with a telescope, watching ships and aeroplanes supplied by America to Britain (inside). Date: circa 1942
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Media ID 14188882
© The March of the Women Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Atlantic Correspondence Ephemera Helping Isles Supplied Supplies Supply Supplying Telescope Watching
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our WW2-inspired Father Christmas Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This nostalgic design, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the spirit of the holiday season during wartime. Featuring a jolly Saint Nick peering through a telescope, keeping watch over incoming American ships and planes, this print is a unique and heartwarming addition to any home or office. Perfect for history enthusiasts, collectors, or anyone who appreciates a touch of vintage charm, this poster print is sure to bring a sense of wonder and nostalgia to your space. Order yours today and let the magic of Christmas past come alive in your home.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.
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 Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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
A Heartwarming Symbol of Transatlantic Solidarity: A WWII Christmas Card from 1942 Featuring Father Christmas with a Telescope Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of World War II, the spirit of the holiday season continued to shine through, as evidenced by this charming and evocative Christmas card from circa 1942. The image on the front showcases a jolly, rotund Father Christmas, clad in his traditional red suit with a white beard and a warm smile. But instead of the usual idyllic winter scene, he is perched on a rocky outcrop, gazing intently through a telescope towards the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. The reason for Father Christmas' unusual vantage point becomes clear upon opening the card, revealing a heartwarming scene inside. The interior of the card is adorned with a detailed map of the British Isles, dotted with various ports and harbors. Above the map, a fleet of American ships and aeroplanes can be seen making their way across the Atlantic, laden with vital supplies destined for Britain. This poignant design serves as a powerful reminder of the crucial role the United States played in supporting the British war effort during WWII. The image of Father Christmas watching over the transatlantic supply route symbolizes the unwavering hope and gratitude felt by the British people as they braved the challenges of wartime, knowing that help was on the way from their American allies. The intricate detail and historical significance of this WWII Christmas card make it a captivating piece of ephemera and correspondence from the 1940s. Its design beautifully encapsulates the spirit of resilience, solidarity, and hope that carried people through the darkest days of the war.
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