1944 Keep up the good work, Keep down living costs.
By: L.H. Elguera
Date: 1944 (Dated)
Dimensions: 28 x 22 inches (71 x 56 cm)
This bold World War II propaganda poster was designed to encourage Americans on the home front to support the war effort by controlling inflation and maintaining stable living costs. Featuring a striking image of Uncle Sam giving a thumbs-up, the poster compares the cost of living during two wars, emphasizing that prices during World War II(depicted in yellow) were more controlled compared to the steep rise seen in World War I (shown in red).
The message reinforces the importance of rationing, price control, and patriotic consumer behavior, urging citizens to "Pay No More Than Ceiling Prices" to prevent wartime profiteering and economic instability. The Office of Price Administration (OPA) likely issued this poster as part of its effort to regulate prices and prevent inflation during the war.
With its vivid colors, clear messaging, and persuasive graphic design, this poster serves as a powerful reminder of the role everyday Americans played in wartime economic stability. Today, it remains a compelling piece of WWII home front history and a valuable collectible for enthusiasts of wartime propaganda and American history.
Condition: Great
Inventory #92283
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