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Original 1943 WWII U.S. Government War Information Poster — OWI Poster No. 78“I’M COUNTING ON YOU! DON’T DISCUSS: TROOP MOVEMENTS, SHIP SAILINGS • WAR EQUIPMENT”Offered for sale is a vintage World War II poster featuring Uncle Sam making a “shushing” gesture as part of the U.S. government’s wartime security and “careless talk” campaign.The poster was designed by Leon Helguera and issued in 1943 by the U.S. Office of War Information. It is identified along the bottom as OWI Poster No. 78 and includes the original U.S. Government Printing Office information:“U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1943-O-534057.”Poster details* Date: 1943
* Artist: Leon Helguera
* Publisher/Issuer: U.S. Office of War Information
* Poster number: OWI No. 78
* Approximate size: 28½ × 40 inches
* Subject: World War II security, wartime secrecy, and careless talk
* Format: Vintage paper poster with folds consistent with period distribution and mailing.Condition disclosure: This vintage poster has visible age-related wear, including original fold lines, edge wear, discoloration, and localized water staining near the upper portion of the poster. Some staining is visible on the front and/or reverse. Please examine all photographs and the video carefully, as the poster is being sold in its present condition. It has not been professionally restored or conserved.Please review AND ZOOM INTO all photographs carefully for the exact condition. This poster has not been professionally conserved, linen-backed, or authenticated by an independent expert.It is being sold in its present condition, as pictured.Historical noteThis poster encouraged Americans to avoid discussing sensitive wartime information such as troop movements, ship sailings, and military equipment. Examples of this poster are held in institutional collections, including the Detroit Historical Society and other World War II poster archives.A unique piece of original wartime graphic art suitable for a military-history collection, vintage poster display, or World War II memorabilia collection.Poster will be shipped carefully protected in an appropriate packaging.Please message me with any questions before purchasing.
