Vintage World War I poster, promoting the sale of liberty bonds to fund the war effort. The melodrama of this poster is intense—a mother clutches her children to her chest as she wards away some unseen danger with an outstretched arm. The Americans might have been fighting the Germans on the battlefield, but on the drawing board, the influence of German Expressionism was very much in vogue.

Artist: Henry Raleigh

"Must children die and mothers plead in vain?"

Year: 1918

Condition: Poor, please note significant tears. The appearance of tears can be improved by having the poster linen-backed. We do offer the same poster in good condition on the website.

This poster is on paper, but please note that we offer linen-backing for an additional cost. Email us at postermuseum@gmail.com to inquire more.