Vintage Original World War One WW1 WWI US Homefront Victory Boys Print Poster

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You are bidding on a
Vintage Original 1917 World War One WW1 WWI United States Homefront "Victory Boys" Print Poster. This cardstock poster
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easures @ 20 1/4" in height by @ 12 1/4" in width with the
overall condition of this lot is good with bright colors and the noted issues of a small spots in the top middle along with the expected wear from use and handling so this
this lot is sold "AS IS" with the condition issues noted.
This would make a great addition for any World War One Poster or Print Collection, Group or Grouping.
“Every American Boy Should Enroll in the Victory Boys” was one of many posters issued during World War I to encourage support of the war. This poster was aimed at young boys looking for ways to help their country during World War I. In 1918, the seven groups of the United War Work Campaign, which included the YMCA, Jewish Welfare Board, and Salvation Army, formed a sub-division aimed at children. This sub-division included the Victory Boys, the Victory Girls, and the Victory Juniors. This was the first time in U.S. history that children were part of an organization that helped the war effort. The Victory Boys and Girls were between the age 12 and 20 and received a pin when they turned in a pledge card. Each boy and girl was encouraged to earn 5 dollars for the United War Work Campaign and many exceeded the pledge amounts. Even though these groups were formed in 1918 to support the war, they continued to earn funds for relief and recovery after the war had finished. This poster shows a young boy behind a soldier preparing to charge. This imagery told the young boys and parents that even children had a part to play in the war; and when they joined the Victory boys, they were with the men fighting on the battlefield. While it is known that the poster was published by Rogers & Company, the specific artist behind this poster is unknown. The specific date of production is also unknown; however, it is likely that it was produced in 1917 or 1918. The poster was created and reproduced as a halftone photomechanical print at the time of it’s distribution.
This item is sold as is, with the condition as noted. Please look carefully at the photographs, as I have tried to show this item well. Please e-mail me with any questions via Ebay question to seller prior to the close of the auction, and I will try and get back to you as soon as possible. Domestic Shipping will only be via USPS Priority Mail, NO flat rate, with Delivery Confirmation, and will be Actual Postage to your zip code, Insurancc Optional at Buyer's Expense but required for lots valued over 0.00. USD. International Shipment will be via USPS International First Class Mail and I will combine postage for multiple purchases, and I accept Paypal only. Payment must be received by five days from end of the auction, or the item will be relisted. Please do NOT use Ebay's checkout as I will be in touch with you directly within 24 hours of the auction's end. I will NOT end this auction early nor entertain any Buy It Now Offers so don't ask please. I ship once a week by Saturdays as I work during the week so please don't ask me to ship earlier as I can't.