World War II Poster
Artist
James Montgomery Flagg
Period1943
MediumPoster
Dimensions28 × 22 in. (71.1 × 55.9 cm)
InscribedPrinted along bottom of poster, "Distributed by O.W.I. for the Office of Economic Stabilization."
SignedSigned in red, "JAMES MONTGOMERY FLAGG"
ClassificationsBroadsides & Posters
Object numberL/A WW2.8
DescriptionAn illustrated poster featuring Uncle Sam in traditional red, white, and blue, beneath the heading "YOU CAN LICK RUNAWAY PRICES." Below, more text informs "YOU HOLD THE 7 KEYS TO / HOLD DOWN PRICES," which is followed by a list of tips to prevent wartime inflation.Curatorial RemarksAmerica's involvement in World War II entailed the rapid expansion of its armed forces, a largescale shift in manufacturing to create military supplies, and the expansion of domestic agriculture to supply overseas troops with food. The United States government oversaw a largescale propaganda campaign to bolster patriotism, support, and military recruitment. Radio, film, and print media campaigns encouraged U.S. citizens to support and finance the war through civil defense, government-issued war bonds, war-related charitable work, rationing, and other civilian wartime responsibilities. Bold and colorfully illustrated posters were designed to elicit strong emotions stemming from the public's wartime fears and frustrations. Notes
Collections
U.S. Office of War Information
U.S. Office of War Information
U.S. Office of War Information
U.S. Public Health Service
U.S. Department of Agriculture
U.S. Office of War Information
U.S. Department of Treasury
National Board of Fire Underwriters
Jes Wilhelm Schlaikjer
U.S. Department of Treasury
U.S. Government Printing Office
U.S. Government Printing Office