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World War II Victory Garden Poster

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International Harvester poster promoting "Victory Gardens" and war bonds. Features an illustration of a family working in a field while the father shakes hands with Uncle Sam. Includes the text "Grow Your Own Fruits and Vegetables; Food Will Win the War and Write the Peace" and "Buy United States War Bonds and Stamps."

Date Created:
1943
Creator:
International Harvester Company

Publication Information

Creator
International Harvester Company
Date Created
1943

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 print
Dimensions
56 x 82 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
IN COPYRIGHT
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0140JL
Legacy ID
WHi 4762

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