What Did You Do Today for Freedom? | Poster | Wisconsin Historical Society

Poster

What Did You Do Today for Freedom?

What Did You Do Today for Freedom? | Poster | Wisconsin Historical Society
Office of Civilian Defense Design No. 6, "Life Raft." The poster features a man in uniform pulling a limp man out of the water and into a life raft. The subtitle at the bottom of the poster reads: "One way you can help. This is an official OCD bulletin."
DESCRIPTION
Office of Civilian Defense Design No. 6, "Life Raft." The poster features a man in uniform pulling a limp man out of the water and into a life raft. The subtitle at the bottom of the poster reads: "One way you can help. This is an official OCD bulletin."
RECORD DETAILS
Image ID:66867
Creation Date: 1943
Creator Name:United States. Office of Civilian Defense.
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Collection Name:Gugler Lithographic Company records, 1878-1984
Genre:Poster
Original Format Type:prints, photomechanical
Original Format Number:M2008.015.72
Original Dimensions:24 x 15 inches
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1 of 77 press proofs designed for 24-sheet outdoor advertising posters. The central portion of the poster is bordered by a decorative box simulating the outdoor advertising billboard. The art/design has been credited to Reid.
SUBJECTS
Lifesaving
Billboards
Military uniforms
War posters
World War, 1939-1945
Patriotism
Signs and symbols
Boats and boating
Water

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