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WW I 1 AMERICAN PROPAGANDA PICTURE PHOTO XL The2FunAdGuyz offer a new high-quality reproduction print of a World War I, civilian publicity news photo designed to encourage American women to knit vital clothing for members of the Army, Navy, and Marines in military service. This publicity picture of a wealthy man and wife, residents of (Palm Beach, Florida) knitting was part of a campaign waged by the Red Cross to knit items for military personnel. The photo features a well-dressed man, identified on the photo as J. Leon Phillips, and his equally fashionable wife, shown knitting for the war effort. Everyone pitched in and did his or her part. Most Americans at the time probably did not wear spats, suit and tie or boutonniere to help their wife knit in the park. However, “society people†of the era really did their part and this type of photograph delivered a compelling message at a time when most Americans had a husband, brother, father or friend serving in the war. HOME DECOR IDEAS: Utilize this warm photo in the Home Decor of a den, library, and game room, bar, pub, sewing or crafts room. HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE: These photos encouraging women to knit sox, scarves, sweaters, and other military clothing were of considerable strategic importance—particularly in the trenches of the European battlefields. The Red Cross furnished yarn and patterns—the women (and many men) furnished the labor. Because the textile mills converted to produce uniforms, the production of smaller clothing items stopped. At that point, the American Red Cross and its members went to work. Across the country, women made knitting and sewing needles the new tools of war. Because of poorly manufactured boots and the cold weather in the trenches, soldiers needed to wear two pair of socks at a time in order to prevent frostbite. Mittens with no trigger fingers, scarves, helmet covers, and Navy caps were just a few of the items knitted by the thousands. Sadly, garments needed to cover the wounds caused by amputation of limbs became essential. CAPTION: Mr. J. Leon Phillips, Palm Beach, Florida, holding yarn for his wife as she knits for war effort. March 21, 1917 photo by National Photo Company. PHOTOGRAPHER: The photojournalist who took this photo is unknown. We have many more knitting posters, prints, photos and ads in our store. To view them Click Here. PAPER QUALITY: This new print is on a highest quality, acid-free, 100-pound glossy premium text paper that allows for maximum color brilliance and fidelity for older images. AVAILABILITY: In Stock! – Usually Ships Within 2 Business Days. Image Size: 10.5 inches wide by 16.5 inches high. Paper Size: 11 inches wide by 17 inches high. This allows for a small border around the image for matting and framing. When matted, this format is perfect for a standard 16-inch x 20-inch frame, a manageable size for a wide variety of decorating purposes. HOME DECOR IDEAS: this large photo is a perfect wall hanging for a crafts room, sewing room, family game room, home bar, pub library, den or any room needing a poster as poignant as this. Sign up for our periodic home decor newsletter by Clicking Here. GIFT IDEAS: Use this rare picture as a thoughtful and beautiful gift for any knitting, sewing or crafts enthusiast. SUPER SHIPPING SAVINGS We ship all items paid for in a single transaction for ONE low shipping and handling fee, whether it is one or one-hundred items. Here is how it works. Simply purchase all of your items BEFORE you checkout or pay for any single item. After purchasing your last item, proceed to checkout for that item. eBay will automatically combine ALL items into one single payment with only ONE shipping and handling charge based on the shipping method you choose. MAKE US A FAVORITE STORE: Make us a favorite store and we will send you a favorite customers newsletter with specials and announcements on the new posters and photographs in our listings. If you have any questions please email us at info@the2funadguyz.com by Clicking Here. ©2003-2007 All copy and digitally enhanced images and prints copyright held by the2funadguyz. Reproduction by any means is strictly forbidden. All Rights Reserved. Powered by eBay Turbo Lister Powered by eBay Turbo Lister The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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