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WW2 poster, Thank You Gold Coast
WW2 poster, Thank You Gold Coast! Your Manganese makes steel for fighting ships. Date: 1940s
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Media ID 14145635
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Onslow Auctions Limited
Firing Guns Manganese Manufacture Mine Mines Mining Resources Shipping Weapons
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our stunning WW2 poster prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece, titled "Thank You Gold Coast," is a powerful reminder of the collective effort during wartime. Featuring the iconic image from Mary Evans Prints Online, the poster expresses gratitude to the Gold Coast for their manganese contributions to the production of steel for fighting ships during the 1940s. Add a touch of history to your space with this captivating and authentic WW2 poster print from Media Storehouse."
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 61.5cm (15.9" x 24.2")
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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.
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This evocative WW2 poster from the 1940s, titled "Thank You Gold Coast," pays tribute to the vital role the Gold Coast in Africa played during the Second World War. The image features a powerful and determined-looking figure of a man, likely representing the people of the Gold Coast, with his arm raised in salute against a backdrop of the ocean and a battle scene. The caption below reads, "Your Manganese makes steel for fighting ships." Manganese, a vital mineral, was essential for the manufacture and building of steel, which in turn was used extensively in the production of warships during the conflict. The Gold Coast, now known as Ghana, was a significant source of this valuable resource. The poster serves as a reminder of the crucial contribution of African resources to the Allied war effort, particularly in the production of naval vessels and weapons. The poster's design is both striking and patriotic, with the red, white, and blue colors of the British flag prominently displayed. The image of a firing gun and the words "Guns for Victory" further emphasize the connection between the Gold Coast's resources and the war effort. The poster's historical significance lies in its representation of the global cooperation and interconnectedness during a time of conflict, as well as the pivotal role of natural resources in shaping the outcome of the war. This powerful and evocative WW2 poster is a testament to the vital role the Gold Coast played in the war effort, and serves as a reminder of the importance of unity and cooperation in times of adversity.
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