Original U.S. WWII Red Cross Blood Donation Propaganda Poster - “For Defense, Blood Means Life” - 16” x 22” French Holsters and one is dated 1939

and one is dated 1939

This particular pike comes from the disposal in 2005 of the contents of the Hanoverian Royal Palace of 'SCHLOSS MARIENBURG' in Hanover

some FGS maps expressly state they overlap with the adjoining 43/C and 43/E maps

which was the Waffenfarbe (corps color) during WWII for the Heer Nebelwerfer Rocket and Chemical Troops

The blade is in very good condition and free of nicks

Original U.S. WWII Red Cross Blood Donation Propaganda Poster - “For Defense, Blood Means Life” - 16” x 22” French Holsters and one is dated 1939Original Item: Only One Available. During WWII the Government tried to identify the most effective poster style. One government commissioned study concluded that the best posters were those that made a direct, emotional appeal and presented realistic pictures in photographic detail. The study found that symbolic or humorous posters attracted less attention, made a less favorable impression, and did not inspire enthusiasm. Nevertheless, many symbolic