Bidspirit auction | 1942 ”Women in the War”
1942 ”Women in the War” WWII Poster - This original 1942 World War II poster, issued by the War Manpower Commission in Washington, D.C. and printed by the U.S. Government Printing Office, serves as a powerful artifact of the American home front mobilization. Featuring striking lithographic artwork of a female defense worker assembling a munitions component with bold ”Women in the war – WE CAN'T WIN WITHOUT THEM” typography, it highlights the vital labor contributions of women during the war effort. The paper poster exhibits visible storage folds, creases, and minor edge wear consistent with period folding and handling. Tape residue on top of poster corners and center. H 40”, W 28”, D 0.1” (folded: H 10”, W 7”). Please see photos for condition.