"For Liberty and Peace on Earth Give War Bonds" Vintage WWII Christmas Poster by Lyman Simpson, 1944
Presented is a vintage WWII War Bond poster by Lyman Simpson. Printed in 1944 by the U.S. Government Printing Office, the poster depicts the liberty bell, shining brightly among festive holiday decor, holly sprigs, and a $100 War Bond. The War Saving Bond is issued to “Mr. and Mrs. America, Everywhere, USA.” An official Treasury Department poster, this was issued during the holiday season of 1944. With the text “For Liberty and Peace on Earth, Give War Bonds”, the poster asks the public to forgo traditional gift giving in lieu of purchasing war bonds.
Defense Bonds first went on the market on May 1, 1941, and they were renamed War Bonds after the US entered the war in December 1941. Bonds were available in denominations of $25 through $1,000, designed to be affordable for every household. Eight War Loan Drives were conducted in the US from 1942 to 1945. Each was meant to raise an additional 9- 15 billion. Towns received quotas, with the aim of promoting competition between towns. Volunteers went door-to-door, pleading for bond sales and rewarding purchasers with stickers to display on their window or door.
The drives were conducted on the following dates: First War Loan Drive: Nov. 30 to Dec. 23, 1942; Second War Loan Drive: Apr. 12 to May 1, 1943; Third War Loan Drive: Sep. 9 to Oct. 1, 1943; Fourth War Loan Drive: Jan. 18 to Feb. 15, 1944; Fifth War Loan Drive: June 12 to July 8, 1944; Sixth War Loan Drive: Nov. 20 to Dec. 16, 1944; Seventh War Loan Drive: May 14 to June 30, 1945; Victory Loan Drive: Oct. 29 to Dec. 8, 1945.
By the end of the war, 85 million Americans (out of a population of 131 million) had purchased $185.7 billion dollars of bonds – over $2,000 per person, at a time when the average income was $2,000 per year. The patriotism and personal sacrifice of the average citizen played a significant part in the Allied war effort.
CONDITION:
Near fine condition. Color is vibrant, without fading. Official U.S. Treasury poster, printed with "U.S. Government Printing Office: 1944-O-611278" and 'WFD 965-B' in the margin. Paper healthy, save small creases in paper margins, not affecting image.
Archivally framed in a custom-built black and gold wooden frame with UV glass and acid-free mats.
Framed Dimensions: 46 1/4" H x 37" W x 1 3/8" D.
Accompanied by our company's letter of authenticity.
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"For Liberty and Peace on Earth Give War Bonds" Vintage WWII Christmas Poster by Lyman Simpson, 1944
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Colorado Springs CO 80906
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