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Journée du Poilu" (Day of the French Soldier or Hairy One) was a French World War I propaganda poster created in 1915, organized by the Parliament to raise funds and support for the soldiers. The term "Poilu" was a common nickname for French infantrymen during WWI.

Journée du Poilu

France, 1915

49 x 32 in (124 x 81 cm)

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"Journée du Poilu"

Translation: "Day of the Hairy One"

French World War I propaganda poster

Artist: Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Condition: Good - slight discoloration

Material: linen backed on canvas

All sizes are approximate.

250-500 france journee du poliu parlement poster propaganda size-49x32 vintage poster war WWI

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