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Enlist in the Navy follow the boys in blue for home and country / / G....

U.S. Navy recruitment poster showing civilian men in queue receiving their navy gear and boarding a battleship.

The scrap of paper - Prussia's perfidy - Britain's bond [...] Enlist t...

Poster showing signatures and seals on a treaty, with lengthy text. Text continues: The Treaty of 1839 (which the German Chancellor tore up, remarking that it was only "a scrap of paper") said: "Belgium....shal... More

Follow me! Your country needs you / Elk ; Printed by Hill, Siffken & C...

Poster showing a half-length portrait of a soldier. Poster no. 11. W. 8105 25 M. 11/14.

Zeitung der 10. Armee / A. Saulweber.

Poster shows a soldier sitting reading the newspaper. Text: Newspaper of the 10th Army. Forms part of: Rehse-Archiv für Zeitgeschichte und Publizistik.

"Help!" - World War I poster - Drawing. Public domain image.

Red Cross recruitment poster showing a Red Cross nurse dragging a wounded soldier from the battlefield.

Mitbürger! Sammelt leere Mineralwasserflaschen

Poster shows a Red Cross nurse giving a wounded soldier a glass of water. Text asks people to collect empty mineral water bottles and donate them to the Red Cross.

The American ambulance in Russia

Poster showing soldiers advancing with bayonnets extended. Caption in Russian: "Military 5 1/2 % bonds." Poster has been trimmed and pasted into irregular shape. Forms part of: Willard and Dorothy Straight Collection.

Emblemas de la libertad y de la humanidad La Cruz Roja, Madre de todas...

Poster showing two Red Cross nurses, one, a Madonna figure, cradling in her arms a wounded soldier(?) on a litter, between the flags of Nicaragua and the United States.

Emblems of liberty and humanity The Red Cross, mother of all nations.

Poster showing two Red Cross nurses, one, a Madonna figure, cradling in her arms a wounded soldier(?) on a litter, between the flags of China and the United States. Text also in Chinese.

U.S. Marines - "Soldiers of the sea" / Bruce Moore.

U.S. Marines recruitment poster showing marines in a landing party; also shows a series of views of marines engaged in training, educational, and recreational activities. Poster includes reproduction of paintin... More

We are saving you, you save food / E. Henderson.

Poster shows a soldier pointing in the air with explosions in the background. Text continues: Well fed soldiers will win the war.

Are you one of Kitchener's own?

Poster shows portrait of Lord Kitchener with Union Jack as a background.

Join me - the first to fight on land and sea - U.S. Marines

U.S. Marines recruitment poster showing bust portrait of a marine with a rifle. Poster caption continues: Apply at 429 Custom House Building, Baltimore, Md.

'Pro Patria' - Le bon evêque de Meaux

The bishop of Meaux with nurses and a member of the clergy, welcoming some wounded soldiers.

Come into the garden Dad! / Sampson.

Poster shows a young boy in overalls with a shovel over his shoulder.

Mothers, wives and sweethearts expect you to protect them. You may do ...

Poster is text only. Public domain scan of Canadian poster, advertisement, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Men of the empire! Rally round the flag and join the army to-day, your...

Poster showing the flags of the Allies, against a backdrop of the British flag.

If you can't fight you can pay. Your loyal talk won't beat Germany. Me...

Public domain photograph related to Germany in World War One, military conflict, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Forward! Forward to victory. Enlist now / L.K.W. ; printed by David Al...

Poster showing a mounted soldier brandishing a sword, his horse at full gallop.

Journée du Poilu. 25 et 26 Décembre 1915. Organisée par le parlement

Two 'poilus' or infantrymen. One has a rose in his mouth. Translation of title: Poilu Day. December 25 and 26, 1915. Organized by Parliament. Signed: Steinlen, 1915. Another edition: POS - Fr .S74, no. 4a (sig... More

For the French Red Cross. Please help. July 14. France's day, in aid o...

Poster showing a Red Cross nurse with arms extended, as others tend to wounded soldiers, under the flags of France and the Red Cross.

War and saving. Every man and woman should read "Why we must save and ...

Poster is text only. Poster no. 24. Wt. 12241/316. Public domain photograph of parliament, political committee, politicians, government, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Mr. John Dillon, M.P., on recruiting in Ireland. Join an Irish regimen...

Public domain photograph related to Great Britain in World War One, military conflict, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Der eiserner Wehrmann, Königsberg 1915 / Wohlfahrt '15.

Poster shows large statue against a standard on which is the German Imperial crest. Text announces the dedication of an Eiserne Wehrmann (Iron Warrior) to benefit the survivors of fallen soldiers of the First A... More

Bulgaren-Held; Zigarettenfabrik Menes, Wiesbaden / Ludwig Hohlwein, Mü...

Poster shows a German soldier smoking. Poster is an advertisement for cigarettes produced by Menes Cigarette Factory, Wiesbaden, Germany. Forms part of: Rehse-Archiv für Zeitgeschichte und Publizistik.

Royal naval division. Handymen to fight on land & sea [...] Men wanted...

Poster showing a sailor posed with his rifle. Public domain photograph - United States during World War One, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Polish Victims' Relief Fund. Most holy Virgin of Czenstochowa help us ...

Poster showing refugees outside a devastated town, gazing up at a Marian apparition, Our Lady of Czenstochowa.

Men, to delay is dangerous when your country needs you. Enlist now / p...

Poster is text only, with a small British flag above. Poster no. 67. W. 12241/316.

Young man! Are you between 19 and 35? If you are your duty is clear. E...

Poster showing a small portrait of King George V above the text.

Emprunt de la Défense Nationale - eux aussi! Font leur devoir

Wounded soldier in foreground. Civilians in line at a cashier's window in background. The National Defense Loan was the first defense loan of the war. This loan realized 13 million francs. Translation of tit... More

Exposition des oeuvres des artistes originaires des Départements envah...

Three artists, the sculptor Chavaillaud, the sculptor Engrau, and the painter Grangérard are fleeing the invaded territory with their art works. Translation of title: Exhibition of works by artists from the ... More

London's patriotic recruiting meetings [...] Follow the bands / printe...

Poster is mostly text, with small image above of the dome of St. Paul's Cathedral, and "GR" for King George V. W. 14147/389.

An Irish hero! ... Sergeant Michael O'Leary, V.C. ... Join an Irish re...

Poster showing a portrait of war hero Michael O'Leary. H.M.S.O. W.P. 661 L.B no. 58 5,000 - 3-15.

How much should I give? ... For $16 a month you can keep a man at the ...

No. 12. Poster is text only. Public domain reproduction of World War One war bonds advertisement propaganda poster, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Halt! Who goes there? If you are a friend join the British ranks and h...

Poster showing, in silhouette, a soldier bearing a rifle with bayonet. Poster no. 60. W. 429 10M. 4/15.

The crisis. Answer to the call now! [...] / printed by Roberts & Leete...

Poster is text only, encouraging men to volunteer for military service.

Rhaid wrth bob dyn gwerth ei gael--Ymrestrwch hyd ddiwedd y rhyfel / C...

Public domain photograph related to Great Britain in World War One, military conflict, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Your country wants you and 300,000 more men like you. Don't wait but j...

Poster is text only. Poster no. 102. Public domain photograph - United States during World War One, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Gymry sengl! Dewiswch fynd i'r fyddin cyn dydd gwyl dewi. Bydd mawrth ...

Poster is text only, in Welsh. Poster no. 161. Wt. 17147/783.

Star & Garter Home for totally disabled soldiers and sailors / B.P. ; ...

Poster showing a robed allegorical figure of womanhood supporting an injured man as she helps him through a doorway, captioned, "Haven." Text continues: You can never repay these utterly broken men. But you can... More

You are wanted by the U.S. Army 660 Market St. San Francisco or any Ar...

U.S. Army recruiting poster showing an officer, possibly Gen. John J. Pershing, seated on a horse and pointing towards the viewer.

"Our Dumb Friends' League." A society for the encouragement of kindnes...

Poster showing a wounded horse on the battlefield. Donations immediately to - Arthur J. Coke, Secretary, 58, Victoria Street, London, S.W.

On les aura! 2e Emprunt de la Défense Nationale. Souscrivez

A French soldier with gun in one hand, and the other raised urging his comrades on. This was the most remembered French poster produced during the war. Translation of title: We'll get them! The 2nd National De... More

Die Kunst im Krieg / Scheurich, '16.

Poster shows a large Roman helmet. Text announces an exhibition "Art in War" in Berlin. Location, dates, and entrance fee are given. Forms part of: Rehse-Archiv für Zeitgeschichte und Publizistik.

If you intend to join voluntarily before the military service bill com...

Poster is text only. Poster no. 146. Public domain photograph - United States during World War One, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Rally 'round the flag with United States Marines "Soldiers of the sea"...

U.S. Marines recruitment poster showing marines in a landing party. Poster caption continues: Your country needs you! ; Now's the time to enlist! ; Apply today at 24 East 23rd Street, New York, N.Y.

Zeichnet 8. Kriegsanleihe / K. Sterrer.

Poster shows head of a goddess(?) wearing a crown in the shape of a castle or fort. Text: Subscribe to the 8th War Loan. K.K. Priv. Wiener Bank Verein.

[Emblem of France and Great Britain] / EHB ; M. Rusling Wood, Litho., ...

Poster showing personifications of France and Great Britain, depicted in profile within a circular border. Copyright by the Committee of Citizens.

Medals of honor - Victory Liberty Loan For American soldiers - for Ame...

Poster showing a military medal for soldiers and a button "V--Liberty Loan" for civilians.

Per la libertà e la civiltà del mondo / M. Dudovich.

Poster shows soldiers from Italy, Great Britain, France and the United States and their respective flags. Text encourages people to subscribe to the National Loan for the liberty of the civilized world.

Zeichnet die 8. Kriegsanleihe / Otto Lietz, München.

Poster shows a flying bell with wings; sunlight streams in the background. Text: I ring for war, I sing for victory. With an open hand, you will protect the land. Subscribe to the 8th War Loan.

The cross and the crusaders!! / Alex. O. Levy.

Allegory showing the figure of Liberty pointing to a crucifix hanging on a wall in church and towards German soldiers looting the church as Allied soldiers advance on the Germans.

Wanted! 2,000,000 garments for destitute men, women and children in oc...

Under auspices American Red Cross. Poster is text only. Forms part of: Willard and Dorothy Straight Collection.

Help the Red Cross / Herman Roeg.

Poster showing a Red Cross nurse holding a wounded soldier as she signals for help. Forms part of: Willard and Dorothy Straight Collection.

To shipbuilders! [...] Our country looks to you!

Poster showing a small scene of a shipyard. Text continues: For the support of our soldiers in France the Government must have at once the ships you are building. Without these ships the war can not be won. Eve... More

For victory they paid their all--For a Victory Bond you pay money and ...

Design for a poster showing troops charging over a hill, with a graveyard in the background.

Men wanted for the army / Michael P. Whelan.

U.S. Army recruiting poster showing an officer standing with a soldier, seated on a horse, blowing a bugle. Form no. 404. A.G.O.

Buy United States government war savings stamps Your money back with i...

Poster showing a variety of people lined up at a window tended by Uncle Sam, beneath a sign "W.S.S. for sale here"; a little girl waves the American flag in the foreground. No. S-11. Forms part of: Willard and ... More

"The sword is drawn, the Navy upholds it!" / painted by Kenyon Cox, N....

Poster showing Liberty in a red cloak, holding a sword and a scroll inscribed "We can do no otherwise." U.S. Navy Recruiting Station. Signed with artist's monogram. No. 19686.

The Navy needs you! Don't read American history - make it! / James Mon...

Poster showing a sailor taking a man in a suit by the shoulder, and gesturing toward battle ships at sea and a figure of Liberty waving the American flag. U.S. Navy Recruiting Station, 34 East 23rd St., New Yor... More

He is piling up his Thrift Stamps--Are you? Buy Thrift Stamps / W.S.S.

Poster showing a squirrel placing a nut in a hollow tree. W P 7. Accompanied by a small sheet printed with a children's story, "The Squirrel," advising children to buy Thrift Stamps, and instructing the teacher... More

Uncle Sam says - garden to cut food costs Ask the U.S. Department of A...

Poster showing a man and woman tending a vegetable garden, with Uncle Sam and an arrangement of vegetables in the foreground. United States Department of Agriculture.

Hands wanted for national service. If you cannot fight for your countr...

Poster showing small image of hands at top, and emblem of National Service Industrial Army, 1917 below. Series. Rep. B.3. 200.M.

New Victor records of popular patriotic selections--Hear these new rec...

Poster showing soldiers on a dock awaiting transport, as a large ocean liner sets out to sea, and airplanes soar above. No. 3852-R-X-J-Q-9-7-17. Victor "His master's voice" trademark appears at lower left.

Zeichnet die siebente Kriegsanleihe / M. Lenz, 1917.

Poster shows four men, representing various classes of Austrian society - professional, laborer, farmer, and student(?) --, holding a flag pole. Text: Subscribe to the 7th War Loan. Forms part of: Rehse-Archiv ... More

Give the Guard a fighting chance Fight alongside your friends - Fill u...

National Guard recruiting poster showing men in military uniform marching. Issued(?) by: Committee of Public Safety, Department of Military Service, South Penn Square, Philadelphia.

Pour que vos enfants ne connaissent plus les horreurs de la guerre, so...

A mother cuddling her child before putting her to bed. Translation of title: So that your children will no longer know the horrors of the war, subscribe to the National Loan. Société Générale. Signed: George ... More

He fought to a finish - You lend to the finish Victory Liberty Loan.

Poster showing a grave marked by a cross and a helmet, on a hillside of red poppies.

Our good mule "Industry" First in war--First in peace--First in prospe...

Poster showing a mule "Industry" on a treadmill powering a factory, which is producing "Shoes," "Drugs," "Clothes," "Hats." The mule is bothered by flies labeled "Strife," "Unfair laws," "Agitator," and "Taxati... More

Uncle Sam says: "All the kings in the world can't beat my hand

Poster showing Uncle Sam holding playing cards labeled Farmer, Consumer, Banker, Wage earner, and Manufacturer. Title continues: National safety and industrial prosperity are dependent upon the loyalty and effi... More

If you only knew! - how much joy your dollars bring "Over there" you'd...

Poster showing a soldier standing in snow, holding a mug from which steam is rising and eating a piece of pie, he has a big smile on his face. Also shown are emblems from the following organizations: War Camp C... More

Success in war - depends on co-operation and good feeling between the ...

Poster showing lines of men and women entering a factory. Issued by the National Industrial Conservation Movement, 30 Church Street, New York City. Copies supplied on request. No. F-4.

Feist-Feldgrau, Sektkellerei Frankfurt a.M. A.G. / H.R., München.

Poster shows a German Army officer holding a glass of sekt (champagne) with the name Feist Sekt on it. Poster is an advertisement for the Feist Sektkellerei, Frankfurt am Main. Forms part of: Rehse-Archiv für Z... More

Join the Red Cross - all you need is a heart and a dollar Red Cross Ch...

Poster showing a Red Cross nurse in a cloak, extending her hand. No. 9552.

Look after my folks / Frank Brangwyn A.R.A. autolithograph ; American ...

Poster showing a sailor calling from the deck of a ship. Text continues: Navy Relief Society. Official relief organization of the U.S. Navy cares for the Navy's widows and orphans. Subscriptions received by any... More

Sir - don't waste while your wife saves--Adopt the doctrine of the cle...

Poster showing a portly man eating and smoking a cigar in a restaurant. United States Food Administration. No. 20.

Britons, shoulder to shoulder. ... Get into the factory line & feed th...

Poster showing a sailor, a worker, and a soldier. Public domain photograph - United States during World War One, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Buy Victory Bonds. Back him up!

Poster shows a rear view of a soldier facing battlefield. W.P. 6.

Have you bought your bond? Liberty Loan - Subscriptions received here ...

Poster showing the Statue of Liberty. Public domain reproduction of World War One war bonds advertisement propaganda poster, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

3e Emprunt de la Défense Nationale. Le bas de laine Français

An old man and woman at a table counting coins they have kept in a woolen stocking. It was common for people of the working classes to keep their gold coins hidden in woolen stockings. Translation of title: Th... More

Crédit Commercial de France. 4ème Emprunt de la Défense Nationale - 19...

French soldiers in a trench. Behind them are faint outlines of American soldiers. In the far background Victory is holding a crown of laurel and a sword. Translation of title: Crédit Commercial de France. 4th... More

Keep all Canadians busy. Buy 1918 Victory Bonds

Poster shows beavers chewing on a tree. Public domain reproduction of World War One war bonds advertisement propaganda poster, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

La puissance militaire de la France

In the foreground are French soldiers in the trenches. The background depicts scenes of the battlefield and the enemy's trenches. Translation of title: The military power of France. Cinematographic section o... More

Union-bank, 8. Kriegsanleihe; durch Sieg zum Frieden / Th. Fasche.

Poster shows a young woman offering a bowl of coins at an alter decorated with the Austrian coat of arms. Text: Union Bank, 8th War Loan; (on altar) Peace through Victory. Forms part of: Rehse-Archiv für Zeitge... More

Lighten his load! Give and give and give United War-Work Campaign, Nov...

Poster showing a soldier carrying another soldier on his back during winter, they are holding mugs from which steam is rising and they have big smiles on their faces. Also shown are emblems from the following o... More

Buy a Liberty Bond - 3rd Liberty Loan

Fighting in France for freedom! Are you helping at home?

Poster showing a military review, with soldiers displaying a German cannon that was captured at the battle of Chateau Thierry.

Poster - Welcome home - Public domain lithograph

Poster showing a soldier and a sailor holding a large star. Philadelphia Public Ledger supplement, Sunday, December 15, 1918.

Are the folks at home backing us up? Are you[?] Buy more Liberty bonds

Poster showing a soldier writing a letter by candlelight. Public domain reproduction of World War One war bonds advertisement propaganda poster, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Kriegsbilder - Ausstellung / W. Dachauer.

Poster announces an exhibit of images of the war at the Künstlerhaus, Vienna, Austria. Forms part of: Rehse-Archiv für Zeitgeschichte und Publizistik.

Zeichnet achte Kriegsanleihe / M. Lenz.

Poster shows a winged goddess, in a chariot pulled by four horses, holding a laurel wreath as she crushes three dragons. Text: Subscribe to the 8th War Loan. Forms part of: Rehse-Archiv für Zeitgeschichte und P... More

Im italienischen Kampfgebiet zwischen Brenta u. Piave: Neuester Film /...

Poster advertises latest war film "On the Italian Battlefield between Brenta and Piave." Film title is written over a coat of arms. Forms part of: Rehse-Archiv für Zeitgeschichte und Publizistik.

United behind the service star, United War Work Campaign / Ernest Haml...

Poster showing flags of various service organizations flying at a military parade.

He is piling up his Thrift Stamps, are you? Buy Thrift Stamps

Poster showing a squirrel hiding nuts in a tree. WSS (War Savings Stamps). No. W.P. 7.

Better than the V.C. [i.e., Victoria Cross] / Harry Furniss.

Poster showing a soldier holding a baby, as he follows his wife. 35793 528 2000 12/18 W.G. & S.

Fighting in France for Freedom! Are you helping at home?

Poster showing civilian detainees, accused of failure to carry registration cards, standing in a truck. Text continues: Don't be caught napping. Every man registered under the Selected Service Law must carry hi... More

Saving daylight ends, for 1918, Sunday, Oct. 27th Set your clock back ...

Poster showing Uncle Sam shaking hands with a clock-headed figure. The clock face reads "One hour of extra daylight," and the figure wears a "War service medal." Caption: "Goodbye, Uncle, see you next Spring." ... More

That arm - your country needs it / WI ; P&GA.

Poster showing a soldier pitching a baseball. Wentworth Institute poster no. 2.

Crédit Lyonnais. Souscrivez au 4e Emprunt National

A male 'allegorical' figure armed with a sword pulling the French flag away from the Imperial eagle. Translation of title: Crédit Lyonnais. Subscribe to the 4th National Loan. Signed: Abel Faivre. Another issu... More