
All tied up
In this World War II poster of a bird with its beak firmly tied shut, the public is reminded to avoid careless talk. In many wartime posters, the Government cautioned...

Blackout the rumors!
This U.S. Marine Corps World War II poster discourages the spread of rumors. Speaking thoughtlessly about issues like troop movements or war work, including spreading...

Cartoon for a patent attorney
This poster, created by cartoonist Garrett Price during World War II, is a comical take on the role of the patent attorney. Patent attorneys represent inventors...

Do not discuss!
In this World War II poster, Uncle Sam warns the public not to discuss troop movements, ship sailings, and war equipment. In many wartime posters, the Government...

Enemy ears are listening
In this World War II poster, America’s enemies—Mussolini, Hirohito, and Hitler—cup their ears to listen intently. During the war, the Government alerted...

Enlist now!
Artist James Montgomery Flagg created this World War II Army recruiting poster featuring Uncle Sam. One of the most recognizable of all posters, the Army first used...

Feed The Allies!
The mission of the newly formed United States Food Administration headed by Herbert Hoover during World War I was to provide food for the Allies. Charles E....