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Poster Print : WWII - the man who eats grass, Mr J. R. B. Branson
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WWII - the man who eats grass, Mr J. R. B. Branson
Mr J. R. B. Branson, who advocated a diet of grass to counter food shortages during the Second World War. The Bystander magazine ran a double page spread on him and his views.Picture shows him carefully washing and drying the mown grass. Not a few flowers and dandelions put aside as a garnish! Date: 1939
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Media ID 19594237
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Branson Cuttings Dandelions Eating Eccentric Idea Ideas Meal Meals Oct19 Preparation Preparing Ration Rationing Rations Shortage Shortages Washing Mown
27x27 inch Poster Print
Introducing the compelling "WWII - the man who eats grass, Mr J. R. B. Branson" poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, tells the extraordinary story of J.R.B. Branson, a man who gained notoriety during World War II for his unique approach to combating food shortages. With a determined gaze and a handful of grass, Branson's image encapsulates the spirit of innovation and resilience in the face of adversity. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this inspiring and thought-provoking 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 Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Amidst the harsh realities of World War II, an eccentric figure emerged, challenging the norms of food consumption and offering a radical solution to the looming food shortages. Enter Mr. J.R.B. Branson, a man who advocated for a diet of grass to sustain himself and his community. In this evocative photograph from October 1939, Mr. Branson is seen meticulously washing and drying freshly mown grass, not a few flowers or dandelions put aside as a garnish. The image, published in a double-page spread by The Bystander magazine, captures the determination and resilience of this unconventional hero. As rationing and food shortages became a stark reality during WWII, Mr. Branson's grass-eating idea gained traction. Believing that grass contained essential nutrients, he championed its consumption as a viable food source. The photograph encapsulates the lengths Mr. Branson went to prepare his unconventional meals, highlighting the resourcefulness and innovation that characterized the era. The image also serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced during this period, as people sought creative ways to survive and thrive amidst the hardships of war. Mr. Branson's grass-eating idea, though unconventional, represents the spirit of ingenuity and determination that defined the era. Despite the controversy surrounding his unconventional diet, Mr. Branson remained steadfast in his belief, inspiring others to reconsider their relationship with food and the natural world during a time of great need.
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