June Military & Edged Arms Auction
Lot 73:
Sold for: $260
Description
Item/Description: World War I "Weapons for Liberty" propaganda poster. Marked USA Bonds, Third Liberty Loan Campaign Boy Scouts of America, & J. C. Leyendecker (artist signature).
"Third Liberty Loan Campaign" poster depicts a Boy Scout kneeling and handing a sword inscribed with "Be prepared" to a figure representing Liberty, who is holding a shield. The campaign encouraged citizens to purchase government bonds to help fund the war effort.
Material: Paper
Dimensions: Length: 29 3/4"; Width: 20"
Condition: Signs of age and wear include surface scratches, old repairs, creasing, tears, discoloration, and loss.
Age: c. 1918
Provenance: Private Estate
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